500 EPR CU Under Ground Primary Cable

This contract awards the supply of 500 kcmil (500 EPR) copper underground primary cable for the City of Dothan’s electric distribution system. The procurement was open competition, received multiple bids, and the award went to Irby Utilities, the lowest qualified bidder that met all manufacturer and technical requirements. The cable will be delivered within a 22‑week lead time after order receipt, and the price is fixed on a per‑foot basis. • Scope: Provide approximately 6,000 ft of 500 kcmil copper underground primary cable meeting the city’s specifications. • Awarded Vendor: Irby Utilities (Dothan, AL) – unit price $17.09/ft, total $102,558, 22‑week delivery. • Technical Requirements: Cable must be from an approved manufacturer (Southwire, Okonite, LS Cable, or Prysmain) and include temperature‑rating documentation. • Procurement Process: Open competition with a bid due date of 5 Nov 2024; award announced 19 Nov 2024 after evaluating compliance and price.