500 EPR CU Under Ground Primary Wire

The City of Dothan Utilities required the supply of 500 kcmil (500 EPR) copper underground primary wire rated for 105 °C normal, 140 °C emergency, and 250 °C short‑circuit conditions. After an open competition with seven bidders, the contract was awarded to Stuart Irby (Dothan, AL) at a unit price of $18.664 per foot, totaling $167,976 for the quoted quantity of approximately 9,000 ft. The lowest bidder was disqualified for using a non‑approved wire manufacturer and lacking required temperature‑rating documentation, emphasizing the importance of compliance with approved specifications. The award was formalized on 8 December 2022, with no further renewals or extensions noted. • Scope: Supply of 500 EPR copper underground primary conductors meeting specific temperature ratings. • Awarded Vendor: Stuart Irby (single‑award). • Financials: Unit price $18.664 / ft; total contract value ≈ $168 K for ~9 k ft. • Procurement: Open competition; award based on compliance and lowest responsible bid.