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The contract specifies the procurement of vinyl reflective adhesive markers measuring 1 7/8 by 1 3/8 inches, designed for outdoor use with high durability and specific optical and material standards. The base material is a .007-inch retroreflective engineering-grade sheeting with enclosed optical lenses, featuring a kraft-coated liner, and rated for seven years by 3M standards. The markers withstand a wide temperature range from -40 to +170 degrees Fahrenheit and provide specific reflective intensities at given observation angles. The ink used is an automotive-grade acrylic with copper phthalocyanine pigments, applied through silkscreen printing to achieve a yellow legend on a black background, with Helvetica typeset characters. Adhesion is achieved through a permanent acrylic adhesive classified under ASTM standards, ensuring the markers remain intact and non-removable after 24 hours of installation. The markers come packaged in resealable polyethylene bags, 25 per bag, and have a minimum shelf life of 1.5 years, with an expected outdoor durability ranging from 14 to 16 years, and up to 25 years if unexposed. These markers comply with relevant UL and ASTM standards and are associated with approved manufacturers and part numbers. The solicitation is managed by Nashville Electric Service in Tennessee, with responses due by June 12, 2026, and the primary procurement contact is Shanna Faulk.