Hotstick

The contract calls for the procurement of Hotstick Fuse Talon attachments and 45-foot telescopic hotsticks for Nashville Electric Service. The Fuse Talon is a device constructed with high-strength aluminum-bronze designed to safely remove and install fuse barrels on disconnect switches, securely controlling the fuse barrel until it is brought to ground or bucket. The approved manufacturer for this device is S&C, with a specified part number ELEC4440. The hotstick itself must be 45 feet in length, made with a base diameter of 3-1/8 inches, and adhere to current ASTM and OSHA standards with English measurements in feet and inches. It also requires a colored alignment line, with UTILITUS as the approved manufacturer under the part number TS-045-EM-BOOT. This solicitation was issued by Nashville Electric Service, Tennessee, with a posting date of February 6, 2026, and requires responses by February 11, 2026. The contract specifies a quantity of two units and outlines the need for compliance with safety and quality standards to ensure proper performance and worker safety. The procurement contact is available for questions, facilitating vendor communication and proposal submissions. The place of performance is in Nashville, Tennessee.