Wood Pole Test and Treat 2024-2027

This solicitation concerns the testing and treatment of wood utility poles for the Chelan Public Utility District over a three‑year period (2024‑2027). The work includes applying fire‑retardant treatments and vegetation clearance around the poles to ensure reliability and safety of the electric distribution network. The agency estimated the project at $1.3 M, received two bids totaling $1.73 M, and awarded the contract to Alamon Inc. for roughly $830 K. The contract is a labor‑and‑materials solicitation, requiring bid bonds and likely operates under a time‑and‑materials pricing structure. • Scope: wood pole testing, fire‑retardant treatment, vegetation clearing & grub control. • Location: primary work at 203 Olds Station Rd., Wenatchee, WA (statewide utility network). • Awarded Vendor: Alamon Inc., with a bid of $830,755.20. • Procurement: open competition with bid bonds; agency contact is Mark Belton (509‑661‑4479).