Fire Resistant Protective Clothing

Nashville Electric Service is soliciting proposals for the provision of fire resistant protective clothing and related services under solicitation Z5387. The resulting contract is intended for a base period of three years, beginning January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2029, with an option for two additional renewal years upon mutual agreement. All materials must be delivered FOB Nashville, Tennessee, and bids must include all applicable shipping charges. The procurement is governed by NES Specifications 26-2100ST-FRC and 2014GSPO, as well as the NES Standard Purchasing Terms and Conditions. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time and must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the NES Procurement Section in Nashville. Submission requirements include a signed bid form, a USB flash drive containing separate technical and pricing files, and completed specification documents. Evaluation factors include technical compliance with NES specifications, adherence to standard terms and conditions, and small business participation, with points awarded to companies listed in the NES Vendor Database. Preferred payment terms are net 30 days. Contractors must certify they maintain all necessary licenses, permits, and insurance, as failure to do so is considered a material breach of contract.