City of New Bern - 394.5 AAAC 6201 Electrical Cable Supply - Request for Bid, 2026
City of New BernCity · New Bern, NC- Due
- Feb 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Darryl Stith
- (252) 639-2800
The 30-second brief
The City of New Bern invites sealed bids for the supply and delivery of 394.5 AAAC 6201, 394.5-19 (336.4) Canton 52.Kr electrical cable, totaling approximately 59,500 feet across multiple reels. Required specifications include NEMA-compliant reels with 3-inch arbor holes and 1.5-inch drive bins, with tension near 1000 lbs to prevent sagging. Bids are due by February 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, and must be submitted as hard-copy responses to the Office of the Purchasing Manager in New Bern, North Carolina.
(4) 5600’ reels, (4) 5300’ reels, Total 59, 500 ft (+) of 394.5 AAAC 6201, 394.5-19 (336.4) Canton 52.Kr electrical cable
Lowest responsible, responsive offeror taking into consideration quality, suitability, conformance to performance specifications, delivery time, general reputation and performance capabilities
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Summary
The City of New Bern invites sealed bids for the supply and delivery of 394.5 AAAC 6201, 394.5-19 (336.4) Canton 52.Kr electrical cable, totaling approximately 59,500 feet across multiple reels.
Required specifications include NEMA-compliant reels with 3-inch arbor holes and 1.5-inch drive bins, with tension near 1000 lbs to prevent sagging. Bids are due by February 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, and must be submitted as hard-copy responses to the Office of the Purchasing Manager in New Bern, North Carolina.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Lowest responsible
- Responsive offeror taking into consideration quality
- Suitability
- Conformance to performance specifications
- Delivery time
- General reputation and performance capabilities
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- (4) 5600’ reels
- (4) 5300’ reels
- Total 59
- 500 ft (+) of 394.5 AAAC 6201
- 394.5-19 (336.4) Canton 52.Kr electrical cable
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- City of New Bern Bid Form
- Execution and Signature form with Anti-Collusion certification
- Ineligible Vendors certification
- Securities Violations / Iran Divestment certification
- Offeror Information
- Submit to
- City of New Bern Purchasing Office, 606 Fort Totten Drive, New Bern, NC 28563
- Scope location
- New Bern, NC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of New Bern?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 12, 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: City of New Bern Purchasing Office, 606 Fort Totten Drive, New Bern, NC 28563. For questions, contact Darryl Stith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of New Bern in NC, 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 Darryl Stith at (252) 639-2800. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: (4) 5600’ reels, (4) 5300’ reels, Total 59, 500 ft (+) of 394.5 AAAC 6201, 394.5-19 (336.4) Canton 52.Kr electrical cable. 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: "Lowest responsible, responsive offeror taking into consideration quality, suitability, conformance to performance specifications, delivery time, general reputation and performance capabilities" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of New Bern?
All active and historical solicitations from City of New Bern are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of New Bern 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 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: City of New Bern Bid Form, Execution and Signature form with Anti-Collusion certification, Ineligible Vendors certification, Securities Violations / Iran Divestment certification, Offeror Information. Review the full document from City of New Bern for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Bern, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.