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. The solicitation, identified as Request for Quotation 2027-038, requires all responses to be submitted before the deadline of October 7, 2026, 2:00 PM (CT). Bidders must submit quotes FOB Destination with full freight/delivery charges allowed, and prices must remain valid for at least 60 days. Required deliverables include specific electrical distribution inventory items such as ground rod clamps, hot line clamps, copper H-type connectors, staples, pole wrap, lag screws, crossarm pins, pole eye plates, square flat washers, fuse links, compression couplings, PVC elbows, fiberglass 3-phase enclosures, transformer pads, loadbreak elbow connectors, aluminum tie wire, copper cable, and covered copper wire.
Transformer pads, Pedestal enclosures, Elbows, Clamps, Cable and wire, Fuses
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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.
The solicitation, identified as Request for Quotation 2027-038, requires all responses to be submitted before the deadline of October 7, 2026, 2:00 PM (CT). Bidders must submit quotes FOB Destination with full freight/delivery charges allowed, and prices must remain valid for at least 60 days. Required deliverables include specific electrical distribution inventory items such as ground rod clamps, hot line clamps, copper H-type connectors, staples, pole wrap, lag screws, crossarm pins, pole eye plates, square flat washers, fuse links, compression couplings, PVC elbows, fiberglass 3-phase enclosures, transformer pads, loadbreak elbow connectors, aluminum tie wire, copper cable, and covered copper wire.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Transformer pads
- Pedestal enclosures
- Elbows
- Clamps
- Cable and wire
- Fuses
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Specifications
- Submit to
- https://amesbids.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1251&SourceType=2
- 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: https://amesbids.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1251&SourceType=2. 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. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: Specifications. 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.