Resources for PG&E suppliers

Execute the pole top master license agreement

PG&E allows access to pole tops on its solely or jointly owned poles infrastructure in accordance with the rules and requirements of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

Qualified companies (Commercial Mobile Radio Service [CMRS] carriers) may start the request for information and access process once they execute our master license agreement.

• Download a master license agreement (PDF)
• To complete an agreement, contact the joint utilities department at jointutilities@pge.com

Once you've entered into a master license agreement with PG&E, follow these steps:

1. Request a PG&E map by sending the map request form (PDF) and an area map to pgepoledatarequest@pge.com.
2. Submit Exhibit A (PDF) – Request for Access Form – with PG&E map, marked with the desired pole, and as applicable submit construction drawings through Customer Connect Online – Your Projects.
3. Pay engineering advance.
4. Schedule the pre-flight process with job owner.
5. If a pole is approved, execute the contract and submit payment to PG&E.
6. PG&E coordinates construction with customers when payment is received, and dependencies are met.
7. When construction is complete applicant sends signed Exhibit A part 3 to PG&E, and the pole top antenna request is complete.

PG&E standards

Any companies doing work on PG&E pole tops must be PG&E-approved. Companies must also comply with PG&E's pole-top antenna installation standards. You'll receive the latest version once you've executed a master license agreement and a non-disclosure agreement. The standards are updated from time to time.

Download the PG&E nondisclosure and use of information agreement (PDF)

In addition to the above, any company entering into a master license agreement with PG&E agrees to meet all construction and safety standards prescribed by the master license agreement, including CPUC – General Order 128 and those that PG&E may prescribe now and at any point in the future.

Execute the overhead master license agreement

PG&E allows access to excess capacity in its utility pole infrastructure in accordance with the rules and requirements of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

 Note: The following process does not include Commercial mobile radio service/antenna attachments. For such inquiries, visit Pole Top Antenna Access.

Qualified companies (competitive local exchange carriers (CLECS) and Cable TV Corporations) may start the request for information and access to the pole space process once they execute our master license agreement.

• Download a master license agreement (PDF)
• To complete an agreement, contact the joint utilities department at jointutilities@pge.com

Once you've entered into a master license agreement with PG&E, follow these steps:

1. Request a PG&E joint utility map by sending a map request form (PDF) and an area map to pgepoledatarequest@pge.com.
2. Request pole data sheets for poles to be applied for, using a marked PG&E joint utility map. (For poles greater than 15 years old with an intrusive inspection date greater than five years old, the applicant must have an intrusive inspection performed and submit the results with the job application.) Complete the pole data request form (PDF) and attach the marked joint utility map, identifying PG&E solely-owned poles with your assigned location number. Send the request to pgepoledatarequest@pge.com
3. Submit job application including Exhibit A (PDF), Pole Loading Calculations, Make-ready Forms, Marked Joint Utility Maps, and Intrusive Inspection Data for all Poles to pgestructureaccesstelco@pge.com
4. Receive approval or denial from PG&E Senior New Business Representative within 45 days.
5. If your locations have been approved for attachment, attach to the approved pole(s) within 30 days and submit signed Exhibit A, Part 3 to your Senior New Business Representative.

PG&E standards

Preparatory work performed prior to application submission and work performed upon application approval must meet General Order 95 Requirements and PG&E standards, per the Standard Overhead Master License Agreement. PG&E standards are subject to change.

Execute the underground space master license agreement

PG&E allows access to excess capacity in its underground conduit infrastructure in accordance with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). Qualified companies (competitive local exchange carriers or CLECs) may start the request for information and access processes once they execute our master license agreement.

• Download a master license agreement (PDF).
• To complete an agreement, contact the Joint Utilities Department at rightofwayaccessconduit@pge.com.

Once you've entered into a master license agreement with PG&E, follow these steps:

• Request PG&E map. Attach a Conduit Mapping Request form together with a marked area map (such as from Google Maps) and send to pgepoledatarequest@pge.com.
• Submit Exhibit A – Request for Access Form (attached to master license agreement) with PG&E map, marked with the desired route (20-manhole limit per submission); include letter of intent that describes approximate total footage, manholes to be accessed, any manholes to be cored, and start and end locations. Pay deposit for route investigation.
• Receive results of feasibility study.
• If your route is feasible, submit construction package for PG&E approval, including contractor proposal information. Pay estimate for any PG&E expenses incurred during construction.
• Upon approval, coordinate a construction start date with PG&E and schedule a pre-construction safety meeting.
• Submit as-built drawings within 90 days of construction completion.
• Email documents rightofwayaccessconduit@pge.com.

Disclaimers

This process is for the Right-of-Way Conduit Access only and does not include job design services. For questions about the PG&E job design of viable conduit routes, contact the New Revenue Development Department at nrdfiberoperations@pge.com.

PG&E retains the option to revoke any licenses if the routes of any conduits or other structures along the routes become necessary to serve core gas or electric customers.

For general information about the right-of-way conduit access request process, and to inquire about establishing a master license agreement, email your request to rightofwayaccessconduit@pge.com.

PG&E's standards

All companies working in our underground conduits must be approved by PG&E. Approval requires registration in ISNetworld and a grade of 'B' or better in PG&E's contractor safety program, plus current certification in PG&E's Gold Shovel Certification Program.

For more information, visit:

• ISNetworld
• PG&E's Gold Shovel Certification Program
• PG&E's Contractor Safety Program (PDF)

Companies must also comply with PG&E's latest fiber optic cable installation standards.

• You'll receive the latest version once you've executed a master license agreement and a non-disclosure agreement. The standards are updated from time to time.
• Download the PG&E Nondisclosure and Use of Information Agreement (PDF)

In addition to all the above, any company entering into a master license agreement with PG&E agrees to meet all construction and safety standards prescribed by the master license agreement, including CPUC – General Order 128 and those that PG&E may prescribe now and at any point in the future.