Benton PUD - Pole Inspection and Treatment - Bid #26-32-03 (2026)
Benton PUDUtility District · Kennewick, WA- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Michelle Ochweri
- (555) 123-4567
The 30-second brief
Public Utility District No. 1 of Benton County is seeking bids for the 2027 Pole Inspection and Treatment project in Benton County, Washington. The work entails the inspection, testing, photographing, and treatment of approximately 2,400 wood distribution and transmission poles per contract term. Services include visual inspection, sounding, boring, partial and full excavation, external groundline treatment with MP500-EXT, fumigant treatment with SmartFume, internal flood treatment with Hollow Heart CB, fire-wrap pole protection systems, and pole numbering. Bids are due by November 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM PST. Pre-qualification and attendance at a mandatory pre-bid conference are required. The contract term is one year, beginning January 1, 2027, with an option to extend annually for three additional years.
Reported Pole - Distribution, Reported Pole - Transmission, Partial Excavation Treated Pole - Distribution, Partial Excavation Treated Pole - Transmission, Full Excavation Treated Pole - Distribution, Full Excavation Treated Pole - Transmission, Reinforceable Rejected Pole - Distribution, Reinforceable Rejected Pole - Transmission, Rejected Pole - Distribution, Rejected Pole - Transmission, Sound and Bore - Distribution, Sound and Bore - Transmission, Internal Flood Treatment, Smartfume Vials, Numbered Pole, Guy Markers, Ground Molding, Apply Fire Wrap Transmission Power Poles, Apply Fire Wrap Distribution Power Poles
Unit prices set out on Bid Schedule, Ability to perform contract within time specified, Compliance with and completion of data requests, Qualifications and eligibility under applicable laws and regulations, Prior safety violations and lawsuits
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Summary
Public Utility District No. 1 of Benton County is seeking bids for the 2027 Pole Inspection and Treatment project in Benton County, Washington.
The work entails the inspection, testing, photographing, and treatment of approximately 2,400 wood distribution and transmission poles per contract term. Services include visual inspection, sounding, boring, partial and full excavation, external groundline treatment with MP500-EXT, fumigant treatment with SmartFume, internal flood treatment with Hollow Heart CB, fire-wrap pole protection systems, and pole numbering. Bids are due by November 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM PST. Pre-qualification and attendance at a mandatory pre-bid conference are required. The contract term is one year, beginning January 1, 2027, with an option to extend annually for three additional years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Unit prices set out on Bid Schedule
- Ability to perform contract within time specified
- Compliance with and completion of data requests
- Qualifications and eligibility under applicable laws and regulations
- Prior safety violations and lawsuits
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
19- Reported Pole - Distribution
- Reported Pole - Transmission
- Partial Excavation Treated Pole - Distribution
- Partial Excavation Treated Pole - Transmission
- Full Excavation Treated Pole - Distribution
- Full Excavation Treated Pole - Transmission
- Reinforceable Rejected Pole - Distribution
- Reinforceable Rejected Pole - Transmission
- Rejected Pole - Distribution
- Rejected Pole - Transmission
- Sound and Bore - Distribution
- Sound and Bore - Transmission
- Internal Flood Treatment
- Smartfume Vials
- Numbered Pole
- Guy Markers
- Ground Molding
- Apply Fire Wrap Transmission Power Poles
- Apply Fire Wrap Distribution Power Poles
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Bid Schedule Form
- Certificate of registration in compliance with chapter 18.27 RCW
- State unified business identifier number
- Industrial insurance coverage
- Employment security department number
- State excise tax registration number
- Performance Bond
- Chemical labels and MSDS sheets
- Personnel qualifications and written evidence
- List of subcontractors
- Addendum Acknowledgment
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- 2721 W. 10th Ave., Kennewick, WA 99336
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Benton County, WA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Benton PUD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 2721 W. 10th Ave., Kennewick, WA 99336. For questions, contact Michelle Ochweri.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Benton PUD in WA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Michelle Ochweri at (555) 123-4567. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Project Foreman, Project Supervisor, Project Manager, QC Inspector. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Reported Pole - Distribution, Reported Pole - Transmission, Partial Excavation Treated Pole - Distribution, Partial Excavation Treated Pole - Transmission, Full Excavation Treated Pole - Distribution, Full Excavation Treated Pole - Transmission, Reinforceable Rejected Pole - Distribution, Reinforcea. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Unit prices set out on Bid Schedule, Ability to perform contract within time specified, Compliance with and completion of data requests, Qualifications and eligibility under applicable laws and regula..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Benton PUD?
All active and historical solicitations from Benton PUD are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Benton PUD regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Schedule Form, Certificate of registration in compliance with chapter 18.27 RCW, State unified business identifier number, Industrial insurance coverage, Employment security department number, Sta. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Benton PUD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Benton County, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.