October 16, 2026

Request for Proposal

RFP Number PCEPA-2026-01

Prentiss County Electric Power Association (PCEPA) is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to supply Buy American compliant electric infrastructure components in support of our grid-modernization and resilience initiative across rural Mississippi. Proposals are due October 26, 2026.

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Key Dates

  • RFP issued: October 7, 2026
  • Proposals due: October 26, 2026
  • Award (estimated): November 2, 2026

Timeline is subject to change.

How to Submit

Email your proposal as a PDF to Robert Dodson, General Manager:
rdodson@pcepa.com
662-728-4433

Subject line: RFP Number: PCEPA-2026-01

Vendors are encouraged to send a short intent to bid by email to the same address.

Items Requested

Items and quantities requested
ItemQuantityDescription
Viper-SP 3-Phase Recloser Package, 27kV6Type Viper-SP, 3-phase electronic recloser, 27kV. Each package includes one compatible pole-mount recloser control, control cable, mounting equipment, software, firmware, and standard accessories necessary for operation.
Viper-SP Single Phase Package, 27kV15Type Viper-SP single phase recloser 27kV, with compatible recloser control.
SEL AR360 Fault Indicator27Fault indicator for 7200 volt distribution line.
SEL 651A Recloser Closer3Recloser indicator for 7200V three phase recloser.
#2 Aluminum ACSR Conductor1,000,000 ft7200 volt distribution conductor.
#1/0 Aluminum ACSR Conductor356,000 ft7200 volt distribution conductor.
336 MCM Aluminum ACSR Conductor17,600 ft7200 volt distribution conductor.

Buy American Compliance

  • Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act compliance
  • Minimum domestic content thresholds (2 CFR Part 184)
  • Conformance with applicable DOE or OMB guidance or waivers
  • Signed Buy American Certification Statement, required with proposal

Proposals without a compliance certification will be deemed non-responsive.

What to Include

  • Company background, manufacturing locations, and Buy American compliance process
  • Technical specifications and certifications
  • Per-unit pricing, including any bulk discount for 10 to 50 units
  • Delivery timeline to Booneville, MS
  • Warranty and post-delivery support terms, software and firmware updates, and security protocols
  • Three or more electric utility references

Evaluation Criteria

  • Buy American compliance (required)
  • Technical compatibility and quality
  • Pricing and total value
  • Delivery lead time and logistics capacity

PCEPA reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive irregularities, request clarification, negotiate final terms, and issue addenda.

Issued by Prentiss County Electric Power Association, P.O. Box 428, Booneville, MS 38829.