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Universal Hotstick

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Z4961State & Local

Response Deadline08/14/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract calls for the procurement of Universal Hot Sticks measuring 40 feet in length, constructed with round tubular fiberglass sections featuring Sure-Lock joints and a disconnect hook. Each section must include a position indicator running the full length of the stick and a numerical measuring system for precise depth and reach verification. The product must fully comply with all applicable OSHA and ASTM safety standards to ensure operational reliability and worker protection. Only approved manufacturers and part numbers—UTILITYUSTS-40-EM and HASTINGSEV-40—are acceptable for bid submission. The solicitation, identified by number Z4961, was posted on August 10, 2026, with a response deadline of August 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM. It is issued by Nashville Electric Service under the Tennessee state agency, with performance occurring in Nashville, TN. The procurement is categorized under SLED and is open to qualified vendors through the official vendor portal. All inquiries and submissions must be directed to the primary point of contact, K. Kegley, reachable via phone at 615-747-3572 or email at kkegley@nespower.com.

General Info

Procure 40-foot Universal Hot Sticks with Sure-Lock joints, position indicators, and measuring system, compliant with OSHA/ASTM, using approved part numbers only.

Agency

Tennessee → Nashville Electric ServiceView Agency

NAICS

N/A

Place of Performance

Nashville, TN, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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Z4961_RFB.pdf

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Timeline

PhaseSolicitation

PostedAug 10

Solicitation

Response DeadlineAug 14

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

08/14/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin 3 days

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Organization & Contact Information

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AgencyTennessee → Nashville Electric Service

Contacts1 person available

OfficeNashville, TN, USA

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Tennessee → Nashville Electric Service

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Office AddressNashville, TN, USA

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Full Description

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UNIVERSAL HOT STICK 40 UNIVERSAL HOTSTICK, 40FT. ROUND TUBULAR FIBERGLASS SECTIONS WITH SURE-LOCK JOINTS AND DISCONNECT HOOK. SECTIONS TO HAVE POSITION INDICATOR THAT RUNS DOWN THE LENGTH OF STICK. NUMERICAL MEASURING SYSTEM ON HOTSTICK. MUST MEET ALL APPLICABLE OSHA AND ASTM STANDARDS. Approved Manufacturers and/or Part Numbers: UTILITYUSTS-40-EM HASTINGSEV-40

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