Wood Utility Poles

The City of Geneva, Illinois is seeking bids for the procurement of wood utility poles. This solicitation is issued by the Geneva Public Works Department and is for materials only, meaning that contractors are to supply the specified wood poles without installation services. The full technical specifications, required quantities, delivery terms, and any additional conditions are detailed in the associated bid documents available for download.

Interested vendors should review the "Wood Utility Poles Bid Documents" for complete details on pole species, treatment standards (e.g., preservative treatment), dimensions (class and length), and any applicable standards such as ANSI O5.1. The City may require poles meeting specific strength and durability criteria for its electric distribution system. The procurement is intended to replenish inventory or support upcoming utility construction and maintenance projects.

Key dates for this solicitation are as follows: The bid was published on July 15, 2026 at 1:30 PM. Bids must be submitted no later than August 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM. The contact person for this bid is Jennifer Shelley, Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator, who can be reached at 630-232-1503 or via email at jshelley@geneva.il.us. Questions regarding the bid documents should be directed to the contact person.

Vendors should ensure compliance with all submission instructions outlined in the bid documents. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities. This is a competitive procurement process for utility poles, essential to maintaining reliable electric service for the City's residents and businesses. Award will be based on factors such as price, conformance to specifications, and vendor qualifications as specified in the bid package.