FURNISHING AND DELIVERY OF SIX (6) GALVANIZED STEEL TRANSMISSION POLES IN FIFTEEN (15) WEEKS
The City of Lakeland is seeking bids for the quick turnaround purchase and delivery of six galvanized steel transmission poles within 15 weeks for a 69kV transmission line extension. Bids are due August 20, 2026, with questions due August 13, 2026. This is a non-negotiable delivery timeline.
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The City of Lakeland, Florida, through its Engineering Department, is issuing this Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the furnishing and delivery of six (6) galvanized steel transmission poles, which are wood pole equivalents, for use in extending an existing 69kV transmission project. The solicitation emphasizes a quick turnaround, with a maximum on-site delivery requirement of fifteen (15) weeks from the date of award. This delivery timeline is non-negotiable, as it is critical to meeting the client's service needs.
The scope of work includes the manufacture, testing, and delivery of the specified poles in accordance with the attached technical specifications. Bidders must refer to the following attachments for detailed requirements: EDEN-521 - Galvanized Steel Dist & Trans Poles July 2016, Galvanized_Steel_Poles_Specs, and Pole Types and Quantity. These documents provide the dimensional, material, and performance standards that the poles must meet. The poles are intended for use in a 69kV transmission line extension, and they must be galvanized steel to ensure durability and longevity.
Key dates for this solicitation are as follows: the ITB was released on August 6, 2026, with a deadline for questions on August 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time (21:00 UTC). The final proposal submission deadline is August 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM Eastern Time (20:00 UTC). All bids must be submitted electronically through the procurement portal. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities.
Bidders are required to complete and submit all necessary forms, including the Vendor Questionnaire, Pricing Proposal, and various indemnification and affidavit documents as listed in the attachments. Insurance and safety requirements are also specified in the solicitation documents. For any inquiries, bidders may contact Linda Alspaugh, Purchasing Agent, or Naomi Tillett, Transmission and Distribution Engineer, at the provided contact information.
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Proposal Document
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2026-ITB-091
Contact
- Linda Alspaugh
- linda.alspaugh@lakelandgov.net
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