Gasket

This contract involves the procurement of gasket material composed of a cork neoprene blend, specified as 3/8 inch thick sheets measuring 36 inches by 36 inches. The material is classified as medium grade with particular performance characteristics, including compression between 25% and 35% at 400 PSI, volume change tolerances under various ASTM oils and fuel conditions, a Shore A hardness rating between 60 and 70, a minimum tensile strength of 250, specific gravity ranging from 0.63 to 0.72, and recovery rated at a minimum of 80%. The gasket must also pass a flex test at level 3. Approved manufacturers include Blue Ridge and Dodge, with specified part numbers and acceptability of equivalent products. The solicitation, titled "Gasket," is issued by Nashville Electric Service, located in Nashville, Tennessee, under the organizational type SLED. The solicitation was posted on April 17, 2026, with a response deadline of April 24, 2026. The contract does not specify any set-aside type or relevant NAICS code. The primary contact for this solicitation is Shanna Faulk, reachable via email and phone. The procurement is managed locally with the place of performance in Nashville, Tennessee, and further bid details can be accessed through the vendor portal link provided.