NIGP 65944: Ferrules, Flanges, Glands

NIGP Item 65944 Ferrules, Flanges, Glands covers cast iron, ductile iron, brass, and steel pipe fittings, flanged connections, and mechanical joint restraining devices that state and local water utilities, public works departments, and infrastructure agencies procure for water distribution, wastewater systems, and municipal infrastructure maintenance. Recent solicitations show municipalities buying flanged fittings in specific sizes and configurations, lead-free brass fittings for potable water compliance, ductile iron pipe restraining devices for term supply contracts, and copper tubing for distribution networks—all subject to AWWA, ASTM, and NSF certification standards for potable water systems. Issuing bodies include city public works departments, county water authorities, and municipal procurement offices in mid-sized and large jurisdictions. The code draws activity from cities and counties managing their own water infrastructure rather than from specialized water districts or state-level water agencies.

Recent opportunities span Massachusetts, Florida, California, and Arizona. The City of Brockton, Massachusetts Department of Public Works posted three IFBs on May 18, 2026 (ductile, cast iron, and steel fittings; lead-free brass fittings; and copper tubing), all due June 4, 2026, for municipal water distribution and wastewater operations. Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners issued IFB 26-038/RR on April 22, 2026 (due June 4, 2026) for mechanical joint restraining devices in two lots—solid design devices for ductile iron pipe 3–54 inches and solid ring devices for PVC pipe 3–24 inches—on a twelve-month term contract with four optional renewals and anticipated contract value of $200,000, with Small Business Enterprise pricing preference available. The City of Tampa Purchasing Department posted RFQ 26-P-00152 in March 2026 for standard Class 125 flanged fittings (cast iron, five line items in specified sizes) with February 25, 2026 response deadline. The City of Phoenix Water Services Department issued IFB 260217 in February 2026 for a five-year water pipe and miscellaneous fittings contract covering fifteen product groups (bushings, couplings, elbows, flanges, gate valves, reducers, and others) with sealed offers due February 19, 2026 and commencement on or about May 1, 2026.