City of Ames - Miscellaneous Inventory for Electric Services - Request for Quotation 2027-038 (2026)
City of AmesCity · Ames, IA- Due
- Oct 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jill Burt
- (515) 239-5126
The 30-second brief
The City of Ames is seeking quotes for transformer pads, pedestal enclosures, elbows, clamps, cable and wire, fuses, etc. for Electric Distribution inventory. All responses must be submitted before the deadline of October 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM. No late responses will be reviewed, and no bidder may withdraw their bid for at least sixty days after the scheduled closing time. Bids will be evaluated and awarded based on responsiveness, price, and availability.
Transformer pads, Pedestal enclosures, Elbows, Clamps, Cable and wire, Fuses, Ground rod clamps, Hot line clamps, Copper H-type compression connectors, Ground wire staples, Animal guard plastic pole wraps, Lag screws, Crossarm pins, Pole eye plates, Square flat washers, Fuse links, Compression couplings, PVC elbows, Fiberglass primary enclosures, Aluminum tie wire, Copper cable
Responsiveness, price, availability
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Summary
The City of Ames is seeking quotes for transformer pads, pedestal enclosures, elbows, clamps, cable and wire, fuses, etc. for Electric Distribution inventory.
All responses must be submitted before the deadline of October 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM. No late responses will be reviewed, and no bidder may withdraw their bid for at least sixty days after the scheduled closing time. Bids will be evaluated and awarded based on responsiveness, price, and availability.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Responsiveness
- Price
- Availability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
21- Transformer pads
- Pedestal enclosures
- Elbows
- Clamps
- Cable and wire
- Fuses
- Ground rod clamps
- Hot line clamps
- Copper H-type compression connectors
- Ground wire staples
- Animal guard plastic pole wraps
- Lag screws
- Crossarm pins
- Pole eye plates
- Square flat washers
- Fuse links
- Compression couplings
- PVC elbows
- Fiberglass primary enclosures
- Aluminum tie wire
- Copper cable
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Catalog cut sheets
- Supplemental product specifications
- Supporting documentation
- Submit to
- amesbids.ionwave.net
- Scope location
- Ames, IA
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from City of Ames?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 7, 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: amesbids.ionwave.net. For questions, contact Jill Burt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including City of Ames in IA, 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 Quote 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 Jill Burt at (515) 239-5126. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Transformer pads, Pedestal enclosures, Elbows, Clamps, Cable and wire, Fuses, Ground rod clamps, Hot line clamps, Copper H-type compression connectors, Ground wire staples, Animal guard plastic pole wraps, Lag screws, Crossarm pins, Pole eye plates, Square flat washers, Fuse links, Compression coupl. 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: "Responsiveness, price, availability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ames?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Ames are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Ames regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
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: catalog cut sheets, supplemental product specifications, supporting documentation. Review the full document from City of Ames for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ames, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.