Terminals

The contract solicits terminal lugs for electrical applications, specifying two distinct but similar copper terminal types: one rated for 600 MCM stranded copper with two holes spaced 1 3/4 inches apart, pre-punched with 9/16 inch diameter holes, 3-inch-long tongues, and an overall length of approximately 6 3/4 inches, requiring tinned copper construction; the other for 500 MCM stranded copper with identical hole spacing and tongue dimensions but an overall length of approximately 6 inches, constructed of copper without tin plating. Approved manufacturers for the 600 MCM terminal include BURNDY YA36-2N, HOMA CL600-N, PENN-UN BBLU-060D, TELEDYNE BBLU-060D, RICHARDS CL20-2N, and ASKIN CELL60012/1.75XSH, while the 500 MCM terminal accepts BURNDY YA34-2N, HOMA CL500-N, BLACKBRN LCN500, PENN-UN BBLU-050D, RICHARDS CL18-2N, and ASKIN CELL50012/1.75XSH. The item is listed under NES Group/Class with an item number CKLT232165000, quantities total 700 units, and the unit of issue is EA. This solicitation is issued by Nashville Electric Service under reference number Z4716, targeted at state and local government entities, with a posted date of July 1, 2026, and a response deadline of July 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM. The place of performance is Nashville, Tennessee, and procurement inquiries are handled by Tiffany Caruthers, the primary point of contact, reachable via email at tcaruthers@nespower.com or phone at 615-747-3593. The contract is accessible through the vendor portal at https://vendor.nespower.com/?bid=Z4716, and while no set-aside or NAICS code is specified, it clearly defines strict material and dimensional requirements to ensure compatibility and performance within the utility’s infrastructure.