Nut Driver, Steel Blade & Wrench

The contract solicits four distinct hand tools for use by Nashville Electric Service, all requiring compliance with industry safety standards and approved manufacturer specifications. Included are two insulated nut drivers—one sized at 7/16 inch and another at 5/8 inch—each featuring a hollow shaft of six inches, an insulated handle rated for 1000 volts, and certification to ASTM F1505 standards. Approved manufacturers for these nut drivers include Salter, Jameson, Cementex, and Wiha, with specific part numbers listed for procurement. Also required is a 12-inch combination square with a coated steel blade, equipped with a level vial and scriber, sourced exclusively from approved suppliers such as Stanley, Westward, and Johnson. Additionally, a 7/16 inch six-point combination wrench with either chrome or satin finish is needed, with authorized vendors including Armstrong, Proto, and Snap-on. The quantities specified are two units of the 7/16 inch nut driver, four of the 5/8 inch nut driver, eighteen of the combination square, and four of the combination wrench. The solicitation, identified as Z4862, was posted on July 24, 2026, with a response deadline of July 30, 2026, and is managed by the Nashville Electric Service under the Tennessee state agency framework. The procurement is classified under SLED (State, Local, and Education) and requires delivery to Nashville, Tennessee. Only the listed approved manufacturers and part numbers are acceptable, with exact quantities tied to specific item numbers and unit of issue designations. The primary point of contact for procurement inquiries is K. Kegley, reachable via email and phone. All items must meet the stated technical and safety requirements to qualify for award, and bids must be submitted through the designated vendor portal before the closing date.