Lineworker & Energy Programs Supplies FY 26-27

Delgado Community College
Purchasing Department
501 City Park Avenue, Bldg. 37
New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
(504) 762-3027
Invitation to Bid
Bid Name:
40006-066 - Lineworker & Energy Programs Supplies FY 26-27
Bid Due By & To Be Opened On:
Friday, May 1, 2025 at 2:00PM CST
Contact Person:
Wendy Boesch
Senior Buyer
(504) 762-3031
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NAME OF COMPANY
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ADDRESS
____________________________ / ____________ / _____________________
CITY, STATE, ZIP
_________________ / _______________ / _____________________________
PHONE NUMBER FAX NUMBER EMAIL
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SIGNATURE OF COMPANY REPRESENTATIVE
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NAME (PRINTED) & TITLE OF COMPANY REPRESENTATIVE
*TITLE PAGE*
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GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Any questions regarding this Invitation to Bid shall be in writing and shall be addressed to Wendy
Boesch, Senior Buyer-Purchasing Department at the following address:
Delgado Community College
O'Keefe Administration Building,
Purchasing Department
ATTN: Wendy Boesch, Sr. Buyer
501 City Park Avenue, Building 37
New Orleans, La 70119
**Questions ONLY may be emailed to: wboesc@dcc.edu or purchasingdept@dcc.edu
Any additional information resulting from such inquiries shall be distributed to all bidders via
addenda. The College will not be responsible for any other explanation of the documents.
2. All sealed bids submitted must be RECEIVED in the PURCHASING DEPARTMENT by the date and
time stated on the title page and stamped in prior to bid opening. Please NOTE that express mail or
USPS carriers do NOT deliver directly to 501 City Park Avenue. The Bidder /proposer is solely
responsible for ensuring that its courier service provider makes inside deliveries to 501 City Park Avenue.
Delgado Community College shall not be responsible for bids delivered to another part of campus/site,
even if a tracking system shows delivery. If in person, bids are to be delivered directly to the Purchasing
Department. Do not leave on counter unattended.
3. Sealed bids may be submitted by mail or in person directly to the Purchasing Department as listed
above. (All bids must be IDENTIFIABLE PRIOR to any envelope/package opening). The BID
NAME and NUMBER must be on the OUTSIDE of the packaging, including any express
mail/shipping packaging or Bid will not be opened.
Emailed or faxed bids are NOT accepted.
Bids not physically received and identifiable in the Purchasing Department by the bid due date &
time will not be opened, evaluated, calculated or considered.
4. Each Bidder is solely responsible for the accuracy and completeness of its bid. Errors or omissions
may be grounds for rejection, or may be interpreted in favor of the College.
5. Each Bidder is solely responsible for the timely delivery of its bid. Delgado Community College will not
be responsible for any delays in the delivery of bids, whether delayed in the mail, or for any reason
whatsoever.
6. Only the issue of a purchase order or a signed acceptance of a proposal constitutes acceptance on
the part of the College.
7. Assuming there is no prompt payment discount provision, payment will be made within 30 days from
receipt of products in satisfactory condition, or within 30 days from receipt of invoice, whichever is
later.
8. Proposer or Bidder, contractor, etc. certifies, by signing and submitting a proposal for
$25,000 or more, that their company, any subcontractors, or principals are not suspended or debarred
by the General Services Administration (GSA) in accordance with the requirements in OMB Circular
A 133. (A list of parties who have been suspended or debarred can be viewed via the internet at
www.epls.gov .)

*END OF GENERAL INFORMATION SECTION*
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SCOPE and SPECIFICATIONS
40006-066 - Lineworker & Energy Programs Supplies FY 26-27
SCOPE and SPECIFICATIONS:
This open solicitation is for a Contract Bid for the provision and delivery of New Electrical Lineworker & Energy
Program Supplies for students/classes as listed below. The successful bidder shall furnish the ordered supplies
per the specifications below, upon request to Delgado Community College's River City Site at 709 Churchill Pkwy,
Avondale, LA 70094. Additional materials or locations, etc. may be added to the contract see page 13.
By submitting your Bid, Vendor agrees to abide by all requirements, terms and conditions without
exception. Vendor added terms and/or conditions may not supersede anything outlined herein or that are in
conflict with the Louisiana Administrative Code or Procurement Laws and will render your Bid as non-responsive
causing disqualification.
The Bidder agrees that by submitting a bid and acceptance of an award, all terms and conditions as stated in this
bid document will become a contractual agreement between the College and the Bidder.
1. CONTRACT TERM FOR SERVICES: This contract will be for Delgado Community College's fiscal year that
begins on July 1, 2026 and end on June 30, 2027. Orders shall be on an as needed basis (no minimum purchase
guarantee) and shall not be requested until award of contract process is complete.
2. It is the intent to award to a single Bidder. The College reserves the right to award the items on an all-or-none,
grouped, or separate basis. The College decision is final.
3. Bidder is responsible for all warranties as it relates to the product bid.
4. Bidders are to carefully consider all requirements and circumstances prior to pricing and submitting a Bid.
By submitting a Bid, bidder agrees that they can supply items on an as needed basis, within the time
frame required and that they agree to abide by all terms and conditions of the Bid. Non-compliance with
terms and conditions may result in a termination of the contract.
5. QUANTITIES/ORDERS:
a. Items must be new and the quantities listed in the bid are estimated to be the amounts needed
but are not a guarantee of purchase. The actual items/quantities ordered shall be ordered on an
as needed basis throughout our fiscal year and at the rate/price listed. Items and/or quantities
may be lesser or greater than stated in this bid document. This contract does not contain a
minimum purchase guarantee. In the event a greater quantity is needed, the right is reserved by
the College to increase the quantities or locations, etc. at the unit price stated in the bid.
b. Orders may be placed at any time during the course of the contract in varying quantities. The
college shall place orders for the necessary quantities/items as early as possible to assure quick
delivery for our class schedules. Items should be readily available to be shipped/delivered timely.
It shall be the bidder's responsibility to store the items at no cost to the College until such time as
various quantities are ordered. Orders are placed depending on class schedules/students and the
need of each item throughout the fiscal year.
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6. DELIVERIES:
a. Delivery expectations are within six (6) weeks of order placement, if not sooner. Advise your ETA
on the Bid Form below. Delivery/completion is of the essence and the College reserves the right
to award to the Bidder(s) providing the earliest delivery/completion date.
b. All deliveries must include inside delivery, if required, and not left curbside. Any additional cost
associated with inside delivery must be included in the unit price bid. Bidder is solely responsible
for offloading of all materials and may need to provide their own equipment (forklift, pallet jacks,
etc. as needed for the order). River City contact is Joan Wade, 504-762-3093, jwade@dcc.edu.
and may require scheduling in advance.
c. Bidder is to schedule deliveries which will interfere with normal campus traffic. When deliveries
are made from the street curb, provide sufficient properly attired and equipped flagmen to safely
control and maintain the flow of traffic. It is the policy of Delgado Community College to provide
full access to all disabled individuals in all areas possible. Bidders are aware of this policy and
deliveries should ensure no sidewalks or access ways are blocked at any time. If temporary
blocking is required, the Bidder, shall assume the responsibility for the safe transit of all disabled
persons.
7. PRICING: Must be listed on the Bid Form below:
a. Bidder is to include all costs per line items, including but not limited to: material/item cost,
discounts, rebates, warranty cost, shipping, delivery, installation, labor, equipment and tools or
any other charges necessary for completion of this bid/job. No separate shipping, additional
charges or other costs after the fact are allowed. Price must be firm and not subject to change.
Additional costs disclosed later will be at the expense of the Bidder. There shall be no surcharge
whatsoever.
b. The quantities listed in the bid are estimated to be the amounts needed but are not a guarantee
of purchase. The actual items/quantities ordered shall be ordered on an as needed basis and at
the rate/price listed throughout the fiscal year.
c. All line items shall be bid or if zero dollars notate an explanation: i.e. "Not able to supply" or
"included in a different line item number", etc. This bid may be awarded on an all-or-none basis.
d. Bids submitted in any other manner will not be accepted. Quotes prepared on the Bidder's own
form are not an allowable substitute for completing the bid on the required Bid Form below.
e. All Invoices must be itemized per the pricing set forth in the bid. Lump sum invoices will not be
processed. Itemized invoices shall be submitted within a month after items are delivered and
must include the Purchase Order Number assigned by the Purchasing Dept for that fiscal year.
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8. SPECIFICATIONS or approved equivalent:
Lines 1-6: Adjustable climbing belt - Line 12: Super Squeeze with woven inner strap
Buckingham Item # 20192CM - Sizes X-Small for distribution - Buckingham Item # 488DWMS
through 2XLarge, price per each line listed.
Line 7: Aluminum Climbers (Not Polished) -
Buckingham Item # A94089A-MS Line 13: Magnetic Gaff Guard - Buckingham Item
# 6909M2
Line 14: Safety Eyewear-Crossfire 24Seven
Performance safety eyewear, crystal black frame,
Line 8: Pads for Aluminum Climbers/Ankle
blue mirror lens - #RAD-3748 or MFR # 3748
Protectors - Buckingham Item # 35021C
Lines 15-19: Firm Grip - Suede Leather Palm
gloves - Item #65023-72- Sizes Small through -
XX-Large (Dozen), price per each line listed.
Line 9: Pouch - 5 Pocket Tool Holster -
Buckingham Item # 42266-BL
Line 20: Klein Lineman's Double-Faced Hammer,
Line 10: Bolt Bag - Buckingham Item #
Wood Handle, Round Shape - Item # 809-36
45911M29
Line 11: Backpack - Buckingham Item #
Line 21: Klein Lineman's Klein Lineman's Pliers -
9in New England Nose Pliers Item # D213-9NE
4470B3
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Line 22: Klein Journeyman High Leverage Cable Line 27-28: Slingco 2K Strap Hoist Lineman's Pulling
Cutter. Fiberglass Handle, Shear for 24 AWG Max Hoist - Item # ZLH14321 and # ZLH1444, price per
Dia Data Cable - Item # J63050 each line listed.
Line 23: Klein 6-in-1 Lineman's Ratcheting Wrench
- Black Oxide - Item # KT155T
Line 29: Hastings 6" Strap Hoist Isolating Link - Item
# 3413
Line 24: Klein Screwdriver - Item # 602-8
Line 30: Global Industrial Hi-Visibility Safety
Line 25: Klein 10" Adjustable Wrench Extra Vest, 1" Reflective Strips, Mesh, Lime, One size
Capacity -Item # D507-10 with elastic side strips, Class NON-ANSI. With
Hook & Loop closure, lightweight Polyester
Mesh, Lime Green, Unisex - Item # WB641643L
Line 26: 3/8" Slotted 8" Cushion Grip Handle
Line 31: Condor Hard Hat, Type 1, Class E,
Demolition Screwdriver (USA), Precise Fit to
Ratchet 4-point, side slots, White - Item # 52LC92
reduce stripping, Laser Etched Anti-Slip Tip,
High Strength Boron-Infused Steel Item #
MT210
*END OF SCOPE AND SPECIFICATION SECTION*
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BID FORM
40006-066 - Lineworker & Energy Programs Supplies FY 26-27
a. All items are listed below and if discounting based on quantities that may be ordered throughout the year
per the Unit of Measure are also listed on the Bid Form. This is NOT a guarantee of any purchases just
an approximate of what may be purchased throughout the FY. Purchases will be on an as needed basis.
b. All shipping/handling and any other charges necessary for the completion of the bid must be included in
the line item pricing. Shipping cost should NOT be listed separately, must be included in the line pricing.
Additional costs disclosed later will be at the expense of the Bidder.
c. The Bid Form Price will be for 1 of each of the items listed below based on the Unit of Measure as
listed and must not change throughout the fiscal year.
d. The College reserves the right to include necessary quantities as needed without change in price on the
Purchase Order(s) during the course of the agreement.
e. When the department is ordering for classes throughout the fiscal year, the Purchase Order(s) will include
the actual quantities of each item and specific size(s) needed per the UOM and will be at this stated
Vendor's price below which also includes shipping and all costs per line.
f. Any manufacturer's names, trade names, brand names, or catalog numbers used in the specifications are
for the purpose of describing and establishing general quality levels. Such references are not intended to
be restrictive. Bids will be considered for any brand that meets or exceeds the quality of the
specifications listed for any item. Bidder must state the brand/model he or she is bidding on each item.
g. If bidding a substitute item, it is the sole responsibility of the Bidder to prove equivalency. Bidder must
submit with the bid all illustrations, descriptive literature, and specifications necessary to determine
equivalency. Failure to do so will eliminate your bid from consideration. The decision of the College as to
equivalency shall be final.
h. Effective September 1, 1991, in accordance with Act 1029 of the 1991 Regular Legislative Session, Delgado
Community College will not be responsible for any sales tax, either state or local. Delgado Community College is tax
exempt.
i. Delivery expectations are within six (6) weeks of order placement, if not sooner. Advise your ETA for the
items to be delivered after order placement on the Bid Form below
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If discounting based on
quantities, the Estimated
Quantities that may be ordered
YOUR Inclusive Unit
throughout the year per UOM are
Vendor's Price for 1 item per
Item Description or approved listed below I t e m / B r a n d / M o d e l UOM including
No. Qty UOM equivalent (No guarantees) number bid. shipping.
Size X-Small (Approximate Size
17-20) Adjustable climbing belt E s t i m a t e d Q u a n t i t i e s t h a t m ay be
- Buckingham o r d e red throughout the year
1) 1 EA Item # Q20192CM-1S = about 5 each (No guarantees) $ -
Size Small (Approximate Size
21-23) Adjustable climbing belt E s t i m a t e d Q u a n t i t i e s that may be
- Buckingham o r dered throughout the year
2) 1 EA Item # 20192CM-S = about 10 each (No guarantees) $ -
Size Medium (Approximate Size
24-26) Adjustable climbing belt E s t i m a t e d Q u a n t i t i e s t h at may be
- Buckingham o r dered throughout the year
3) 1 EA Item # 20192CM-M = about 10 each (No guarantees) $ -
Size Large (Approximate Size
27-29) Adjustable climbing belt E s t i m a t e d Q uantities that may be
- Buckingham o rdered throughout the year
4) 1 EA Item # 20192CM-L = about 10 each (No guarantees) $ -
Size X-Large (Approximate Size
30-33) Adjustable climbing belt - E s t i m a t e d Q u a n t i t ie s that may be
Buckingham o r d e red throughout the year
5) 1 EA Item # 20192CM-X = about 10 each (No guarantees) $ -
Size 2X-Lg (Approximate Size
34-36) Adjustable climbing belt E s t i m ated Quantities that may be
- Buckingham o r d ered throughout the year
6) 1 EA Item # Q20192CM-2X = about 5 each (No guarantees) $ -
Aluminum Climbers (Not
Polished) E s t i m a t e d Quantities that may be
- Buckingham o r d ered throughout the year
7) 1 EA Item # A94089A-MS = about 50 each (No guarantees) $ -
Pads for Aluminum
Climbers/Ankle Protectors E s t i m a t e d Q u a n t i t ie s t hat may be
- Buckingham o r d e r e d throughout the year
8) 1 EA Item # 35021C = about 20 each (No guarantees) $ -
Pouch - 5 Pocket Tool Holster E s t im a ted Quantities that may be
- Buckingham o r d e red throughout the year
9) 1 EA Item # 42266-BL = about 20 each (No guarantees) $ -
Bolt Bag E s t i m a t e d Q u a n t i t ie s t h a t m a y b e
- Buckingham o r d e r ed throughout the year
10) 1 EA Item # 45911M2 = about 20 each (No guarantees) $ -
Backpack E s t i m a t e d Q u a n t ities that may be
- Buckingham o r d e red throughout the year
11) 1 EA Item # 4470B3 = about 20 each (No guarantees) $ -
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Super Squeeze with woven inner
strap for distribution E s t i m a t e d Q u a n tities that may be
- Buckingham o r d ered throughout the year
12) 1 EA Item # 488DWMS = about 20 each (No guarantees) $ -
Magnetic Gaff Guard - E s t i m a t e d Q u a n t i t ie s that may be
Buckingham o r d ered throughout the year
13) 1 EA Item # 6909M2 = about 20 each (No guarantees) $ -
Safety Eyewear - Crossfire
24Seven Performance safety
eyewear, crystal black frame, Estimated Quantities that may be
blue mirror lens - # ordered throughout the year
14) 1 EA RAD-3748 or MFR# 3748 = about 50 each (No guarantees) $ -
Size SMALL - Firm Grip - Suede Estimated Quantities that may be
Leather Palm gloves (Dozen) - o r d e r e d t h r o u g h o u t the year
15) 1 DOZ Item # 65023-72 = about 3 dozen (No guarantees) $ -
Size MEDIUM - Firm Grip -
Suede Leather Palm gloves Estimated Quantities that may be
(Dozen) - o r d e r e d throughout the year
16) 1 DOZ Item # 65023-72 = about 3 dozen (No guarantees) $ -
Size LARGE - Firm Grip - Suede Estimated Quantities that may be
Leather Palm gloves (Dozen) - o r d e r e d t h r o u g h o u t the year
17) 1 DOZ Item # 65023-72 = about 3 dozen (No guarantees) $ -
Size X-LARGE - Firm Grip -
Suede Leather Palm gloves Estimated Quantities that may be
(Dozen) - o r d e r e d throughout the year
18) 1 DOZ Item # 65023-72 = about 3 dozen (No guarantees) $ -
Size XX-LARGE - Firm Grip -
Suede Leather Palm gloves Estimated Quantities that may be
(Dozen) - o r d e r e d throughout the year
19) 1 DOZ Item # 65023-72 = about 3 dozen (No guarantees) $ -
Klein Lineman's Double-Faced Estimated Quantities that may be
Hammer - o r d e r e d t h r o u g h o ut the year
20) 1 EA Item # 809-36 = about 15 each (No guarantees) $ -
Klein Lineman's Pliers - 9in New Estimated Quantities that may be
England Nose Pliers - o r d e r e d t h r o ughout the year
21) 1 EA Item # D213-9NE = about 15 each (No guarantees) $ -
Klein Journeyman High Leverage Estimated Quantities that may be
Cable Cutter - o r d e r e d t h r o u g h o ut the year
22) 1 EA Item # J63050 = about 15 each (No guarantees) $ -
Klein 6-in-1 Lineman's Ratcheting Estimated Quantities that may be
Wrench - o r d e r e d t h r o u g h o u t the year
23) 1 EA Item # KT155T = about 15 each (No guarantees) $ -
Estimated Quantities that may be
Klein Screwdriver - o r d e r e d t h r o u ghout the year
24) 1 EA Item # 602-8 = about 15 each (No guarantees) $ -
Klein 10" Adjustable Wrench Estimated Quantities that may be
Extra Capacity - o r d e r e d t h r o u g h o u t t he year
25) 1 EA Item # D507-10 = about 15 each (No guarantees) $ -
3/8" Slotted 8" cushion Grip Estimated Quantities that may be
Demolition Screwdriver (USA) - o r d e red throughout the year
26) 1 EA Item # MT210 = about 15 each (No guarantees) $ -
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Slingco 2K Strap Hoist Lineman's Estimated Quantities that may be
Pulling Hoist o r d e r e d t h r o u g h out the year
27) 1 EA Item # ZLH14321 = about 4 each (No guarantees) $ -
Slingco 2K Strap Hoist Lineman's Estimated Quantities that may be
Pulling Hoist - o r d e r e d t h r o u g h o ut the year
28) 1 EA Item # ZLH14447 = about 4 each (No guarantees) $ -
Estimated Quantities that may be
Hastings 6" Strap Hoist Isolating ordered throughout the year
29) 1 EA - Item # 3413 = about 4 each (No guarantees) $ -
Global Industrial Hi-Visibility
Safety Vest, 1" Reflective Strips,
Hook and Loop closure, Mesh,
Lime Green, One size Class Estimated Quantities that may be
NON_ANSI - o r d e r ed throughout the year
30) 1 EA Item # WB641643L = about 20 each (No guarantees) $ -
Condor Hard Hat, Type 1, Class Estimated Quantities that may be
E, White - o r d e r e d t h r o u g h o u t t h e year
31) 1 EA Item # 52LC92 = about 30 each (No guarantees) $ -
TOTAL BID $ -
Delivery expectation is within six (6) weeks after order placement.
State your Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA): ______________ weeks.
Acknowledgement of Addendum (if applicable) is mandatory. Bidder shall acknowledge here or complete and submit the
actual addendum form prior to bid opening.
Addendum No: _______ Dated: ____________ Addendum No: _______ Dated: ____________
Addendum No: _______ Dated: ___________ Addendum No: _______ Dated: ____________
Bidder declares and represents that the company representative; a) has carefully examined the Bidding Documents, b) has a clear
understanding of the Bidding Documents, c) has not received, relied on, or based his bid on any verbal instructions contrary to the
Bidding Documents, d) if applicable, for installation/services, etc., has personally inspected and is familiar with the project site, and
hereby proposes to provide all labor, materials, tools, supervision, etc. to perform, in a workmanlike manner, all items and services under
this contract, all in accordance with the Bidding Documents as prepared by the College Purchasing Office and Facility Services.
By signing and submitting a bid, the Bidder has read, understands, and acknowledges this Bid Document in its entirety and any and all
addenda (if applicable) and therefore, certifies compliance with all bid requirements and has bid in accordance therewith.
Date __________________________ Signature ___________________________________
*END OF BID FORM*
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