City of Palo Alto Purchase and Delivery of Electric Parts for Inventory RFQ #RFQ199307 2026
City of Palo AltoCity · Palo Alto, CA- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Renee Howard
- (650) 496-5900
The 30-second brief
The City of Palo Alto, Electric Operations Department, Utilities Division, is seeking quotations for the purchase and delivery of electric parts for inventory under RFQ #RFQ199307. Required items include pole-top transformer/bushing covers, ground rods, box lids and extensions, galvanized washers, dead-end strain clamps, extension links, strain insulators, photo-electric controls, fiber wrapping, bare copper wire, solid covered wire, TPLX aluminum wire, tap connectors, yellow cartridges, hot line tap clamps, aluminum connector service wedges, auto sleeves, reducing tap wells, bay-o-net sensing fuses, current limiting fuses, and cable ties. Bids are due by October 14, 2026, at 3:00 pm via the City's OpenGov portal. The procurement involves firm fixed pricing, F.O.B. destination freight prepaid, compliance with environmentally preferred purchasing requirements including recycled paper and packaging standards, and submission of a completed Bidder's Questionnaire.
Transformer/Bushing covers-Pole Top PREFORMED P/N WP-10T; Ground, Rod 5/8" x 8' JOSLYN J8338; Lid, PG1730 Non-Concrete Box QUAZITE PG1730HH00PN; Extension, PG2436 Non-Concrete Box P/N PG 2436 RA 08; Washer, Galv 5/8" Lock Dbl Sprg P/N J177 OR CHANCE C205-0186; Dead End, Strain Clmp-Side Open Wed 4-4/0 FARGO P/N GDW-040A; Extension link 14 inch CHANCE L14; Insulator, Strain V 506 3/8" - 7/16" VICTOR 506/JOSLYN L-506; PhotoElect, Control 120/240v LITHONIA D124-1.0-STJ-250; Fiber 432F Wrapping Ace-Spider AFL P/N LWSE4329C72610S1DF; Wire, CU Bare #12 Sol Copper 1250FT reels; Wire, 6 Solid cu / 110 mil / covered Southwire P/N 14275206; TPLX, AL 2/C 750MCM w/1/C 350MCM 600v VILLANOVA; Connector, Tap Squeezon 4+2--4+2 BLACKBURN CFS22-1; Cartridge, AMP Yellow AMP 69338-4; Tap Clamp, Hot Line 556.5 MCM AL FARGO GH-102AL; Clamp, Alum Connector Service Wedge P/N W20-1FC; Auto Sleeve AAC 4/0-266.8 P/N YDS351AT; Reducing, Tap Well 600/200a 15kv P/N ELAST.K650 RTW; Fuse, Sensing Bay-O-Net 8A RTE 4000358C05B; Fuse, ELF 12A Current Limiting FAK44W12; Cable, Ties 8" (100/PK) P/N PLT21-CO
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, price, ability to perform within time specified, equipment and facilities, ability to provide future maintenance and parts, record of satisfactory performance, compliance with laws and policies
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Summary
The City of Palo Alto, Electric Operations Department, Utilities Division, is seeking quotations for the purchase and delivery of electric parts for inventory under RFQ #RFQ199307.
Required items include pole-top transformer/bushing covers, ground rods, box lids and extensions, galvanized washers, dead-end strain clamps, extension links, strain insulators, photo-electric controls, fiber wrapping, bare copper wire, solid covered wire, TPLX aluminum wire, tap connectors, yellow cartridges, hot line tap clamps, aluminum connector service wedges, auto sleeves, reducing tap wells, bay-o-net sensing fuses, current limiting fuses, and cable ties. Bids are due by October 14, 2026, at 3:00 pm via the City's OpenGov portal. The procurement involves firm fixed pricing, F.O.B. destination freight prepaid, compliance with environmentally preferred purchasing requirements including recycled paper and packaging standards, and submission of a completed Bidder's Questionnaire.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
- Price
- Ability to perform within time specified
- Equipment and facilities
- Ability to provide future maintenance and parts
- Record of satisfactory performance
- Compliance with laws and policies
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
22- Transformer/Bushing covers-Pole Top PREFORMED P/N WP-10T
- Ground, Rod 5/8" x 8' JOSLYN J8338
- Lid, PG1730 Non-Concrete Box QUAZITE PG1730HH00PN
- Extension, PG2436 Non-Concrete Box P/N PG 2436 RA 08
- Washer, Galv 5/8" Lock Dbl Sprg P/N J177 OR CHANCE C205-0186
- Dead End, Strain Clmp-Side Open Wed 4-4/0 FARGO P/N GDW-040A
- Extension link 14 inch CHANCE L14
- Insulator, Strain V 506 3/8" - 7/16" VICTOR 506/JOSLYN L-506
- PhotoElect, Control 120/240v LITHONIA D124-1.0-STJ-250
- Fiber 432F Wrapping Ace-Spider AFL P/N LWSE4329C72610S1DF
- Wire, CU Bare #12 Sol Copper 1250FT reels
- Wire, 6 Solid cu / 110 mil / covered Southwire P/N 14275206
- TPLX, AL 2/C 750MCM w/1/C 350MCM 600v VILLANOVA
- Connector, Tap Squeezon 4+2--4+2 BLACKBURN CFS22-1
- Cartridge, AMP Yellow AMP 69338-4
- Tap Clamp, Hot Line 556.5 MCM AL FARGO GH-102AL
- Clamp, Alum Connector Service Wedge P/N W20-1FC
- Auto Sleeve AAC 4/0-266.8 P/N YDS351AT
- Reducing, Tap Well 600/200a 15kv P/N ELAST.K650 RTW
- Fuse, Sensing Bay-O-Net 8A RTE 4000358C05B
- Fuse, ELF 12A Current Limiting FAK44W12
- Cable, Ties 8" (100/PK) P/N PLT21-CO
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Form and Bidder's Documents
- Bidder's Questionnaire
- Insurance Requirements
- Blank W9
- Data Sheet for Proposed Alternate
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/palo-alto-ca
- Scope location
- Palo Alto, CA
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from City of Palo Alto?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 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://procurement.opengov.com/portal/palo-alto-ca. For questions, contact Renee Howard.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including City of Palo Alto in CA, 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 Renee Howard at (650) 496-5900. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Transformer/Bushing covers-Pole Top PREFORMED P/N WP-10T; Ground, Rod 5/8" x 8' JOSLYN J8338; Lid, PG1730 Non-Concrete Box QUAZITE PG1730HH00PN; Extension, PG2436 Non-Concrete Box P/N PG 2436 RA 08; Washer, Galv 5/8" Lock Dbl Sprg P/N J177 OR CHANCE C205-0186; Dead End, Strain Clmp-Side Open Wed 4-4. 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 responsive and responsible bidder, price, ability to perform within time specified, equipment and facilities, ability to provide future maintenance and parts, record of satisfactory performance..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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: Bid Form and Bidder's Documents, Bidder's Questionnaire, Insurance Requirements, Blank W9, Data Sheet for Proposed Alternate. Review the full document from City of Palo Alto for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Palo Alto, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.