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Wood pole inspection and treatment services

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89503323NWA000010Federal

Submission Closed08/10/2023, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 321114

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Defense Logistics Agency

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Solicitation # SPE8ES-27-T-0104

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DOUGLAS FIR POWER POLES

Solicitation # 22703842

The City of Glendale Purchasing Department is soliciting quotes under solicitation number 22703842 for the procurement of 15 Pacific Coast Douglas Fir utility wood poles. The specific requirement is for 45-foot, Class 1 poles that are full-length pressure treated with DCOI, adhering to City of Glendale Specifications #59, ANSI Publication No. 05.1, and AWPA Standards C4 (U1), P8, and P9. All poles must have a net retention of at least 0.45 pound per cubic foot and a minimum treatment penetration depth of 3/4 inch. Delivery is required FOB destination to the City of Glendale Water and Power Department at 800 Air Way, Glendale, California. Quotes must be submitted electronically via the PlanetBids portal by October 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM PST, using the mandatory attached form. The City may award the contract to the overall low bidder or split the award among multiple bidders. Vendors are responsible for the cost of an independent inspector to certify the poles prior to delivery, with a final inspection conducted by the City upon receipt. All items must be new, unused, and delivered in manufacturer packaging with the Purchase Order number clearly marked on each package. Payment terms are specified as net 30 or better. Additionally, vendors must provide proof of workers compensation insurance and comply with all CAL-OSHA and other applicable regulatory standards.

Purchasing Department of City of Glendale

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Standing Offer Agreement for Wood Poles and Crossarms – Churchill Falls and NL Hydro Locations

Solicitation # 110016 LS

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is seeking a Standing Offer Agreement for the supply of wood poles, sawn wood crossarms, crossbraces, and wood crib timber for Churchill Falls and other NL Hydro locations. The scope includes both treated and untreated wood products, with strict adherence to Canadian standards such as CAN/CSA-O15, ISO Series, and NL Hydro STD TM-55. Key deliverables include the provision of certified reports for moisture content, penetration, and retention, as well as a Quality Assurance Program manual. All goods must be delivered F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid, with an initial performance target of 75 percent on time delivery for the first year. The procurement process involves a two-stage evaluation based on price and non-price factors, including past performance, technical adequacy, and legal and financial standing. Bidders must submit their proposals and a Schedule of Prices through an online portal by November 18, 2026. To avoid disqualification, respondents are encouraged to quote at least 75 percent of the items in the price schedule and provide detailed evidence of their experience and stocking policies. The contract includes rigorous requirements for insurance, workplace safety compliance, and confidentiality, with provisions for immediate termination in cases of bankruptcy, material misrepresentation, or unauthorized subcontracting.

Newfoundland Labrador Hydro

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Nashville Electric Service is soliciting bids for the procurement of 135 treated poles, specifically 45 foot Class 2 poles. The materials must be either Southern Pine adhering to NES specification 33-151R13 or Douglas Fir adhering to NES specification 33-252R10, and all units must be roofed and gained according to NES Drawing 910. The poles will be shipped via truck freight to various yards in Nashville, Tennessee, as released by the purchaser. The selected vendor is responsible for providing the necessary equipment and operator to unload the poles at the designated yards. Deliveries are accepted Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM CST. All poles must be inspected by a company specified on the purchase order. Bids must be submitted through the Bid Center by 2:00 PM local time on October 26, 2026. Vendors are required to state their earliest delivery time in calendar days, as the delivery schedule may be a determining factor in the award decision. The primary procurement contact for this solicitation is Tiffany Caruthers.

Nashville Electric Service

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Wood Pole Preservative and Fumigant TreatmentThis subcontract for Wood Pole Preservative and Fumigant Treatment supports prime contractors on City of Naperville Public Utilities projects. The scope of work involves the application of EPA-registered preservative treatments and moisture barriers, including specialized internal and external treatments for ants, termites, and groundline protection. The contractor is responsible for performing fumigant interior treatments, external wrapping, and the final delivery of treated and wrapped utility poles. Compliance is a critical component of the agreement, requiring the use of EPA-registered preservatives and approved application equipment. All personnel performing the work must hold individual applicator licenses and strictly adhere to EPA labeling requirements. The solicitation is managed by the Illinois Public Utilities Electric division under NAICS code 321114, with a response deadline of October 22, 2026.

Public Utilities (Electric) | DPU-E

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Electric Utility Pole Inspection

Solicitation # 26-203

Solicitation 26-203 is an Invitation for Bid issued by the City of Naperville for the inspection, evaluation, preservative treatment, and tagging of existing wood distribution and transmission poles within the owner's service area. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, tools, equipment, and materials to perform visual inspections, sounding, and boring to determine pole serviceability. Key performance standards define a serviceable pole as having a minimum average sound shell thickness of 3 inches, while priority or danger poles are those with less than 1 inch of sound shell or less than 50 percent of original strength. Deliverables include the application of EPA-registered preservatives and moisture shield barriers, the placement of specific aluminum identification tags based on pole condition, and the submission of digital photos and data in Excel and PDF formats. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on criteria including capacity, skill, past performance, and financial stability. Bidders must submit responses electronically by October 22, 2026, and provide a bid deposit equal to 10 percent of the total bid. Compliance with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act is mandatory, and the contractor must provide Material Safety Data Sheets two weeks prior to the start of work. Required documentation for submission includes an Affidavit of Compliance, a bid worksheet, a certificate of insurance, and a performance bond. Payment is processed via ACH through the City of Naperville Civic Access portal.

Public Utilities (Electric) | DPU-E

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Mechanical Vegetation Removal & Tree Services (SR 1 San Mateo Co.)This subcontract for Caltrans District 4 involves heavy mechanical vegetation removal and tree felling services along the SR 1 corridor in San Mateo County. The scope of work includes the use of specialized equipment such as excavators, feller-bunchers, masticators, and boom trucks to clear corridors and process biomass. The contractor is responsible for chipping, mastication, and the off-site disposal of all woody debris. The project is designed to deliver mechanically cleared corridors without the need for earth grading or water crossings. This effort supports prime contractors operating within the Bay Area/Oakland region under the guidance of the California Department of Transportation.

Caltrans, District 4 - Bay Area/Oakland

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Wood Utility Pole SupplyThis subcontract involves the supply and delivery of a single utility-grade treated wood pole to replace Pole 1685574E for a California Department of Fish and Wildlife project. The contractor is responsible for sourcing a pole that meets all ANSI standards and delivering it to the project site located at Dry Morongo Creek in Riverside County. The project is managed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 6 - Inland Deserts in Ontario, and falls under NAICS code 321114. This agreement is specifically designed for prime contractors overseeing the site work to ensure the replacement pole meets all necessary technical and safety specifications.

Fish and Wildlife, Region 6 - Inland Deserts, Ontario

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Softwood Lumber SupplyThe contract entails the supply of dimensional softwood lumber and timbers intended for construction, crating, and military applications, with all materials required to meet established grading and preservation standards to ensure durability and performance under demanding conditions. The products must comply with industry-accepted specifications to support reliable use in both structural and protective roles within defense-related operations. Issued under the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense, this subcontract is categorized under NAICS code 321114 for lumber mills and is posted with a future date of June 25, 2026, indicating an upcoming procurement timeline. The place of performance and exact delivery locations are not specified, suggesting a flexible or multi-site distribution strategy across military and operational facilities. All provisions are governed by federal supply standards, and the award is accessible through the DIBBS system for authorized contractors and stakeholders.

Defense Logistics Agency

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Softwood Board Lumber SupplyThe contract is for the supply of 1 inch by 4 inch by 16 foot softwood boards totaling 304,701 board feet, meeting established commercial item descriptions and packaging standards. The lumber is designated under NAICS code 321114, indicating classification within the lumber and wood products manufacturing sector. Performance is associated with Defense Logistics Agency operations under the Department of Defense, though specific delivery locations and points of contact are not provided. The contract type is identified as a subcontract, suggesting it is part of a larger procurement structure, and was posted on June 25, 2026, with no set-aside designation applied. The contract reference is accessible through the DIBBS portal, indicating federal procurement compliance and tracking.

Defense Logistics Agency

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Bridge Demolition and Debris RemovalThis subcontract involves the demolition and debris removal of a 150-foot-long, ten-span wood bridge for the Imperial County Department of Public Works in Calipatria, California. The scope of work includes the complete demolition of the bridge structure and the removal of wooden pile supports, which must be broken off at or just below the channel bottom surface level. To ensure environmental protection of the Alamo River, the contractor is required to use specialized pile cutting equipment and implement silt and erosion control barriers. The final deliverable is a fully cleared site with all old bridge components and piles successfully removed.

Imperial County

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4 months ago

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Energy → Western-Sierra Nevada Region

NAICS

321114 - Wood Preservation

Place of Performance

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

DOE Western Area Power Administration Transmission Line Inspection Report

specifications

High

Exhibit D - 2023 Wood Pole Survey North Zone Map

1 page · specifications

High

Exhibit E - Wood Poles South Map

specifications

High

PWS Exhibit A Required Pole Lists

50 pages · specifications

High

PWS Exhibit B - Pole Circumference Safety Factors

4 pages · specifications

High

PWS Exhibit F - Environmental and Spill Plan Template

4 pages · sow

High

PWS - Wood Utility Pole Inspection and Treatment Services (Sierra Nevada Region)

26 pages · sow

High

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PostedAug 4

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineAug 10

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08/10/2023, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Western-Sierra Nevada Region

Contacts1 person available

OfficeFOLSOM, CA, 95630, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Western-Sierra Nevada Region

Office AddressFOLSOM, CA, 95630, USA

Contacts

Alicia Powell

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Full Description

The Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), Sierra Nevada Region (SN) is seeking qualified small business contractors (including small, disadvantaged businesses such as HubZone Certified, 8(a) Certified, Service Disabled Veteran-Owned and Women-Owned, etc.) with Pole inspection and treatment services Contracting experience for WAPA SNR Folsom Office 114 Pakshore Drive Folsom, CA 95630-4710. The intent of this project is to the integrated wood pole inspection and treatment program is to identify, treat or reject transmission and distribution line wood poles. Please see draft performance work statement. PWS. WAPA, part of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), is a federal power marketing administration that markets and delivers reliable, cost-based hydroelectric power and related services. WAPA is one of four power marketing administrations within the US DOE. WAPA's SNR region serves customers in California and Nevada. SNR's mission includes maintenance and operation of the high-voltage transmission system, including substations and high-voltage power transmission lines that deliver power to its customers. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 321114, Wood Preservation. This is not a request for offers or proposals. This notice does not represent a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. This is a market research tool being utilized to determine the availability and adequacy of potential sources prior to issuing a formal solicitation. The Government is not obligated to and will not pay for information received as a result of this announcement. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. WAPA is in the process of determining the availability, adequacy, and capabilities of potential business sources prior to issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Contractor to perform effective and efficient wood pole inspection and treatment services in order to ensure the safe and reliable operation of WAPA's power system. If no responses are received from potentially responsible small business sources, WAPA under the FAR part 19.501(b) will have completed its due diligence regarding setting this procurement aside for small businesses and will proceed with procuring this requirement on an unrestricted basis.