Prequalification of Vendors for 15 kV, 500 MCM Copper Primary URD Cable

The City of Tupelo is seeking to prequalify vendors for the future supply of 15 kV, 500 MCM Copper Primary URD Cable through Bid #2025-015WL. As part of its procurement process, the City intends to ensure that only technically competent suppliers participate in subsequent solicitations, with an emphasis on equal opportunity and the encouragement of minority business enterprise participation. Vendors are required to provide comprehensive, unpriced technical proposals, including all specified documents, by May 20, 2025, which will be the basis for determining which companies advance to the next phase. This procurement will be executed in multiple steps: initially, technical submittals will be evaluated for compliance with the City’s requirements, after which only qualified suppliers will be invited to participate in an Electronic Reverse Auction on May 27, 2025, where pricing proposals will be submitted. The supply contract will be performed in Tupelo, Mississippi, and vendors must follow applicable Mississippi procurement codes. The process is designed to ensure non-discrimination and inclusivity, and all bid and submission details are available through the City’s official bidding website. The estimated contract value ranges from $500,000 to $1,500,000, and inquiries should be directed to the designated city contact.