27DPW151G Miscellaneous Water and Sewer Supplies.pdf

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Town of Needham Department of Public Works

Public Services Administration Building, 500 Dedham Avenue Needham, Massachusetts 02492

Telephone (781) 455-7550

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT

Release Date October 15, 2026

Bid Title Miscellaneous Water & Sewer Supplies

Bid Number 27DPW151G

Number of Documents

The Bid Package consists of 2 PDF documents. Returning this form confirms receipt of all the documents.

Pre-Bid Meeting N/A

Questions Due October 29, 2026, at 12:00pm

Bids are Due November 5, 2026, at 1:30pm, Administration Office of the Department of Public Works located at the Public Services Administration Building, 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA, 02492

Please provide the requested information below as acknowledgment that you have received our bid package noted above. It is recommended that interested bidders complete this acknowledgment and return via email to dpwbids@needhamma.gov. Only by doing this, will the Town be able to provide notification of any addenda or answered questions relating to this bid. Only those companies or individuals shown on the Distribution Register will receive addenda to this bid. By completing and returning this acknowledgement will ensure you are recorded on the Distribution Register.

Proposals from companies or individuals not acknowledging the addenda may be rejected as not responsive.

Name of Company or Individual

Name / Title of Contact

Address

City/Town, State, Zip Code

Telephone Number

Fax Number

Email Address

Signature

Date

Addenda will be posted to the Town’s website. Please check the website for addenda before submitting your bid to the Town. Bidders who access the bid package from the Town’s website are responsible for checking the website periodically for any addenda that may be issued by the Town.

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Miscellaneous Water & Sewer Supplies

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Release Date October 15, 2026

Pre-Bid Conference N/A

Deadline for Questions October 29, 2026, at 12:00pm

Bids Due

November 5, 2026, at 1:30pm Director of Administration

PSAB

500 Dedham Ave.

Needham, MA 02492

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(Advertised in the Hometown Weekly issue of Thursday, October 15, 2026) (Advertised on the MNPA’s website, Thursday, October 15, 2026)

(Published in Goods & Services issue of Monday, October 12, 2026) (Advertised in CommBuys on Wednesday, October 15, 2026)

LEGAL NOTICE

Town of Needham

Invitation for Bid (IFB) Bid # 27DPW151G

The Town of Needham is accepting sealed bids for Miscellaneous Water & Sewer Supplies. Copies of the Invitation for Bid (IFB) package will be available beginning October 15, 2026, at the Administration Office of the Public Works Department, 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA 02492 Monday through Friday during normal business hours, or from the Town’s web site www.needhamma.gov/bids.aspx and will be available until the submission deadline.

Sealed bids must be submitted no later than 1:30pm, November 5, 2026, to the Administration Office of the Public Works Department, Town of Needham, 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA 02492. LATE BIDS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Bids will be publicly opened after the submission deadline on November 5, 2026, at 1:30pm. The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids as determined to be in the best interests of the Town and to waive minor informalities. This legal notice is also posted on the Massachusetts Newspaper Publishers Association’s (MNPA) website at http://masspublicnotices.org/.

Kathleen King Town Manager

October 15, 2026

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Procurement in Brief

Primary Procurement Contact Katie Bamber, Administrative Analyst 781-455-7550 x72229

Contract Manager Mike Retzky: Water, Sewer, & Drains Superintendent

Bid Package Available

October 15, 2026 - Information and details of bidding requirements may be obtained at the Administration Office DPW, PSAB, 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA 02492, or online at the Town’s web site http://www.needhamma.gov/bids.aspx

Pre-Bid Meeting N/A

Bid Deposit N/A

Deadline for Written Questions

October 29, 2026, at 12:00pm By Mail: DPW - 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA 02492

By Email: dpwbids@needhamma.gov Questions are to be clearly labeled as:

QUESTIONS - Miscellaneous Water & Sewer Supplies, 27DPW151G

Addenda

If any changes are made to this bid, an addendum will be issued. Addenda will be posted on the Town’s webpage and emailed to all bidders on record as having received the bid package.

When and where bids are due

November 5, 2026, at 1:30pm, Administration Office DPW, PSAB, 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA 02492.

LATE BIDS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Where bids will be opened Webster Room, PSAB, 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA, 02492, after submission deadline

Contract Award Anticipated November 2026 Approval of Town Manager and Town Counsel is

REQUIRED

Contract Length This Agreement shall be for a term commencing January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2027.

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Upon Award of Contract

Payment Bond Will NOT be Required

Performance Bond Will NOT be Required

Insurance Refer to Contract Terms

* Any delivery received after the due date and time will not be addressed. The time/date stamp located in the receiving office will govern for the date and time requirements mentioned in the table above and throughout this document. Please allow enough time for delivery.

** The time for award may be extended by the Town. The Town reserves the right to change, delay, cancel, or expedite the contract award date. The Bidder agrees that the offer is effective for (a) at least ninety (90) calendar days from the opening date of the bids

(b) a contract is executed, or (c) this bid is cancelled, whichever of (a), (b) or (C) occurs first. The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids as determined to be in the best interests of the Town and to waive minor informalities.

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PART 1 – GENERAL CONDITIONS AND SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1.01 About Needham

The Town of Needham is located in Norfolk County, 10 miles southwest of Boston. It is bordered on the west and northwest by the Town of Wellesley, on the north and northeast by the City of Newton, on the east by the West Roxbury section of the City of Boston, on the southeast by the Town of Dedham, and on the south by the Towns of Westwood and Dover. Needham has a population of 28,886 (2010 Federal Census) and occupies a land area of approximately 12.75 square miles. Established as a town in 1711, Needham is governed by a representative form of town meeting and a five-member Board of Selectmen. The day-to-day management is under the direction of a Town Manager. School affairs are administered by a seven-member School Committee and a Superintendent of Schools. The Town is classified as an economically developed suburb with above average wealth levels and higher education attainment. The Town has an “AAA” credit rating from Standard and Poor’s.

The Town provides a full range of governmental services including police and fire protection, emergency medical services, collection, disposal, and recycling of solid waste, sewers, streets, water services, health and human services, town library, and recreation. The Town also provides public education in grades kindergarten through twelve. The Town operates 1 pre-school, 5 elementary schools (K – 5), 1 sixth-grade center, 1 middle school (7 - 8), and a senior high school (9 – 12). Technical education is offered to grades nine through twelve by the Minuteman Regional Vocational Technical School District. The total expenditures in the most recent fiscal year exceeded $160 million.

1.02 Intent

The Town of Needham is circulating this Invitation for Bids (IFB) with the intention of acquiring bids for Miscellaneous Water and Sewer Supplies. All bids are subject to the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 30B. The Town will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The Town of Needham reserves the right to reject any and all bids as determined to be in the best interests of the Town and to waive minor informalities. Such actions will be deemed to be in the best interests of the Town. Unless sooner rejected or accepted, all bid proposals must be firm and continue in effect for ninety calendar days

(90) following the date of bid opening.

1.03 Quantities

Unless otherwise stated, the quantities set forth herein are ESTIMATES ONLY. Any quantities indicated on the Bid Price Form or elsewhere in the bid package are estimates only and are given solely as a basis for the comparison of bids. The Vendor shall have no claim for additional compensation, or refuse to do the work called for, or provide the requested items, by reason of the actual quantities involved being greater or lesser by any amount than those called for in the bid.

1.04 General Contract Terms

The successful Bidder must enter into the Form Agreement prepared by Town Counsel (Sample Available Online). In accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, the contract continuation beyond first year is subject to annual appropriation and/or availability of funding. The initial term of this agreement shall commence on January 1, 2027, and end on December 31, 2027.

The Town may terminate the Contract at any time upon written notice for any reason including its own convenience or for cause, including but not limited to, failure to perform the work required under the contact, failure to document satisfactorily to the Town amounts being charged, failure to have any necessary local, State or Federal licenses and/or permits, failure to pay any and all required taxes, failure to comply with any local, State or Federal regulations pertaining to services to be provided, failure to promptly correct any performance or lack of performance which conflicts with the Town's use, and failure for satisfactory behavior of all staff and management. In the case of a termination for cause, the Town shall give the Contractor a written notice as provided in the Agreement.

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1.05 Questions Regarding Bid

The Bidder shall be satisfied as to the requirements to enable intelligent preparation of your bid. The Bidder shall be familiar with all the Bid material requirements and documents before submitting the bid in order that no misunderstanding shall exist. Bidders shall promptly raise the issue of any ambiguity, inconsistency or error, which they may discover upon examination of the bid documents, specifications, services, work site or any other conditions which may apply. No allowance will be made for any claim that the bid is based on incomplete information.

Inquiries concerning any part of this Bid shall be directed to the individual(s) listed under the Procurement in Brief. Bidders should note that oral communications are not binding on the Town and only written responses by the Town will be considered. All requests/questions must be submitted in writing.

Questions may be delivered by hand, fax or email as referenced under the Procurement in Brief by the deadline. Questions that may be asked during any pre-bid conference should also be sent in writing in order to receive an official response. Requests properly presented that in the opinion of the Town require interpretation, correction, or change in the Bid Documents will result in an issuance of an Addendum to the Bid Documents. Such Addendum shall subsequently become part of the contract. The Town will forward responses to all persons who are on record as receiving the bid package. Questions received after the due date will not be responded to unless the Town determines it is necessary. Bidders, please allow enough time for hand delivery or facsimile transmissions.

1.06 Information about Changes to the Bid (Addenda)

In the event that changes/additions are made to this bid, an addendum will be issued to every person (entity) on record as receiving the bid package. Addenda will be emailed, if an email address was not provided, then it will be faxed. If a fax number was not provided, then the addenda will be mailed. Addenda will also be posted to the website. Please check back on the website for addendums before submitting your bid to the Town. Bidders may not be notified individually of Addendums.

1.07 Bid Deposits, Bonds, Insurance, and Indemnification

Refer to the Procurement in Brief section to see whether bid deposits, surety, payment and/or performance bonds are required.

Insurance

Bidder awarded a contract under this bid must provide proof of insurances in at least the minimum amounts required in the contract and when requested shall name the Town of Needham as an additional insured for the amounts written.

The Bidder awarded a contract shall deposit with the Town Certificates of Insurance for the coverage required, in form and substance satisfactory to the Town, and shall deliver to the Town new policies and certificates thereof for any insurance about to expire at least ten (10) days before such expiration. All such insurance policies shall contain an endorsement requiring thirty (30) days written notice to the Town prior to cancellation of change in coverage, scope or amount of any such policy or policies. Compliance by the Bidder with the insurance requirement, however, shall not relieve the Bidder from liability under the indemnity provisions.

Indemnification

The Bidder shall indemnify, defend, and save harmless the Town and all of the Town’s officers, agents and employees from and against all suits and claims of liability of every name and nature, including costs of defending any action, for or on account of any injuries to persons or damage to property of the Town or any person, Contractor, corporation or association arising out of or resulting from any negligent act, omission, or negligence of the Bidder, its subcontractors and its and their agents or employees in the performance of the work covered by the Contract and/or failure to comply with terms and conditions of the Contract, but only in respect of such injuries or damages sustained during the performance and prior to the completion

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and acceptance of the work covered by the Contract and to the extent such injuries or damages are not covered by the Town’s insurance. The foregoing provisions shall not be deemed to be released, waived or modified in any respect by reason of any surety or insurance provided by the Bidder under the Contract.

1.08 Prevailing Wages – RESERVED

1.09 Payment and Discount Terms, Adjustments for Incomplete or Unacceptable Work

Payment and Discount Terms

Payment terms for the Town of Needham are net 30 days. Indicate discounts, if any, for payments made less than 30 days. The Prompt Payment Discount “Clock” begins at the date of receipt of the invoice, or the date of the receipt of the product or service, whichever occurs later.

The unit bid price shall be the basis for payment for purchased items or services. Payment shall be based on the items or services purchased. Invoicing may be performed after delivery, work has been completed, or monthly, for items or services that have been fulfilled.

Invoices are to itemize charges for labor, equipment, and supplies. The Town will not be responsible for payment of any charges not itemized to the Town’s satisfaction. Pre-payment is NOT allowed. Invoices must include the Town’s purchase order number. The Purchase Order number will change with each fiscal year.

Invoices for additional services must include the date and times of the work, the type of the services performed, the number of hours or units to be charged, and the name of the person who authorized the work. They are to be sent in duplicate directly to the Town’s designee for processing and are not to be included on the regular monthly invoice.

Adjustments for Incomplete or Unacceptable Work

The Town reserves the right to withhold payment for incomplete or unacceptable work, as outlined in this IFB. The Town shall provide notice of any work that is deemed to be incomplete or unacceptable, for which the Vendor shall rectify that condition to the satisfaction of Town. The Town will also reduce the bill for any services deemed unsatisfactory. At no time will penalty assessment be recoverable by the Vendor.

The Vendor shall take all proper precautions to protect Town and private property from damage and/or loss.

Should any damage to, and/or loss of, property be caused by the Vendor, the Vendor will be required to make repairs and/or restitution immediately at its expense.

1.10 Bid Modifications or Withdrawals

Bids may be corrected, modified, or withdrawn prior to the submission deadline; requests to do so must be received in writing to the Town Manager. After the submission deadline, bids may not be changed. Minor mistakes may be waived by the Town.

1.11 Premature Opening of a Bid

The Town will not be responsible for the premature opening of any bid not properly identified. The Town may reject bids which are incomplete, not properly endorsed, or signed, or which otherwise are contrary to these instructions.

1.12 Unexpected Closure or Delays

If, at the time of the scheduled bid submission deadline, the designated location for delivery of the bid is closed due to uncontrolled events such as fire, snow, ice, wind, building evacuation or other the deadline will be postponed until the same time on the next normal business day. Bids will be accepted at the same location until that date and time.

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1.13 Late Submissions

The Town assumes no responsibility for late submissions due to mail, courier, or delivery problems. LATE

BIDS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

1.14 Rejection of Bids

The bid must satisfy all the requirements in order to be considered for award. Failure to complete the required forms, answer any questions, or provide the required documentation will be deemed NON- RESPONSIVE and result in rejection of the bid unless the Town determines that such failure constitutes a minor informality that can be corrected without prejudice to other Bidders. A bid may be rejected if the Bidder:

Fails to adhere to one or more of the provisions established in the bid package;

Fails to submit its bid by the time or in the format specified herein or to supply the minimum information requested herein;

Fails to submit its bid to the required address on or before the specified submission deadline;

Misrepresents its service or provides demonstrably false information in its bid or fails to provide material information.

1.15 Taxes

Purchases made by the Town are exempt from the payment of all Federal excise tax and the payment of Commonwealth of Massachusetts sales tax and any such taxes must not be included in the bid prices. If requested, the Town will provide the awarded bidder with a copy of the Certificate of Exemption.

1.16 Public Records

Under the Massachusetts General Laws, the Town cannot assure the confidentiality of any materials or information that may be submitted by a contractor in response to this Bid. Thus contractors who choose to submit confidential information do so at their own risk. All bids or other materials submitted by the contractor in response to this Bid will be open for inspection by any person and in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 66 (Public Records Law). Any statements reserving any confidentiality or privacy rights in the submitted responses or otherwise inconsistent with these statues will be void and disregarded.

1.17 Conflict of Interest

By execution of a contract with the Town of Needham, the Bidder acknowledges that the Town of Needham is a municipality for the purposes of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 268A (the Massachusetts conflict of interest statute), and agrees, as circumstances require, to take actions and to forbear from taking actions so as to be in compliance at all times with the obligations of the contractor based on said statute.

1.18 Other Notices

The consideration of all bids and subsequent selection of the successful applicant shall be made without regard to race, color, sex, age, handicap, religion, political affiliation or national origin.

The Bidder shall adhere to the provisions of the Fair Employment Practices Law of the Commonwealth (Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 151B).

The provisions relating to non-discrimination and affirmative action in employment shall flow through all contracts and subcontracts that the successful Bidder may receive or award as a result of this contract.

Any services provided by the Bidder shall be rendered through a professional services contract; the Bidder will not be considered an employee of the Town and will not receive any benefits of an employee.

The Bidder shall comply with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 66A if the Bidder becomes a "holder" of

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"personal data". The Bidder shall also protect the physical security and restrict any access to personal or other Town data in the Bidder's possession, or used by the Bidder in the performance of the Contract, which shall include, but is not limited to the Town's public records, documents, files, software, equipment or systems.

1.19 Pre-Bid Conference

Refer to Procurement in Brief for details, if any.

1.20 Tie Bid

In the event that there is a tie bid between two (2) responsive and responsible bidders, the award of the contract will be determined by a coin toss. The bidder’s whose submission was received earliest shall be assigned “Heads” in the coin toss. In the event that there is a tie bid with three (3) or more responsive and responsible bidders, the award shall be made by a draw by lot limited to those bidders. The coin toss/draw by lot shall be scheduled within two (2) business days from when it was determined by the Town to be a tie bid. The bidders involved shall be given an opportunity to attend. The coin toss/drawing shall be witnessed by at least three (3) Town officials. The tie breaker event shall be held at the Needham Town Hall during regular business hours.

1.21 Contract Award

The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids as determined to be in the best interests of the Town and to waive minor informalities.

This bid may result in multiple awards. The Town of Needham will review all bids, and will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder within each bid item/group. Bidders must provide pricing for all items within a bid item/group to be eligible for the award of that bid item/group.

The Town herein declares its express purpose not to award the contract to any Bidder unable to furnish evidence, satisfactory to the Town, that it has sufficient ability, experience, and capital to execute and complete the work in accordance with the contract. If requested, any Bidder may be required to demonstrate financial stability satisfactory to the Town.

The Town Manager is the awarding authority for the contract. Further the contract will not be binding until it has been approved as to form by Town Counsel. Award, payment and performance obligations shall depend on the availability and appropriation of funds.

The Town reserves a period up to ninety (90) calendar days following the opening of the bids in which to evaluate and award the contract.

Upon bidder selection, the Town of Needham will mail or email the contract to be executed by the Bidder, who will returned the required number of copies with the required insurances and bonds. The Town of Needham will then counter-sign the contracts and will return one complete contract to the Bidder. Unless otherwise noted by the Town, the terms and conditions contained therein are NOT negotiable.

1.22 Submission Requirements

Quality Requirements

All bidders must furnish proof of a minimum of three (3) continuous years in business.

All bidders must provide owner contact information for five (5) contracts of similar nature and scope completed within the last five (5) years.

The bidder shall submit their proposal upon the bid forms supplied within these specifications. The bidder shall specify the unit prices as requested for each bid item. All bids shall be signed correctly with ink; in order to qualify, the bidder must provide bids for each required item within a section.

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Submission Requirements

1. The bid is to be submitted and addressed as follows: Director of Administration, PSAB, 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA 02492.

2. The bid is to be clearly marked: IFB 27DPW151G, Miscellaneous Water & Sewer Supplies.

3. Bidder must acknowledge all addenda related to this IFB, if any.

4. Bidder must submit a completed Bid Form A: Bid Form or an exact copy, signed by an individual authorized to negotiate for and contractually bind the Bidder. All prices must be reflective of all costs for delivery. No price adjustments will be allowed. Fuel surcharges or vehicle surcharges or adjustments will not be allowed.

5. Bidder must submit a completed Bid Form B: Bidder Information Response form.

6. Bidder must submit a completed Bid Form C: Authentication Form.

7. Bidder must submit a signed Bid Form D: Certificate of Good Faith.

8. Bidder must submit a completed Bid Form E: Certificate of Compliance with Massachusetts Tax Laws or Certificate of Good Standing issued by the Massachusetts Department of Revenue.

9. Bidder must provide the required number of references. For each, provide the following: a contact person and title, customer’s name, address, telephone number, email, and a brief description of the actual services provided (sample format included in bid package).

10. Bidder must submit a completed Bid Form F: Certificate of Authority (attached) or Corporate Resolution; if applicable.

11. Bids must be received and time stamped no later than the deadline stated in the Procurement Schedule (Where and When Bids are Due). LATE BIDS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

12. A Bid Deposit is NOT required.

13. Delivery will be at the expense of the Bidder. Any and all damages that may occur due to packaging or shipping will be at the sole responsibility of the Bidder.

14. Any additional requirements as required in the Scope of Service.

The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids as determined to be in the best interests of the Town and to waive minor informalities.

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PART 2 – SCOPE OF SERVICES/PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

2.01 General

Bidders must submit pricing on all materials and supplies within each bid item to be eligible for award of that bid item, but bidders are not required to bid on all bid items to be awarded. Materials and supplies must be the items as described and sized in Bid Item Sections 2.02 – 2.18 below. Incomplete bids will be considered unresponsive. The specification is written for Mueller, Kennedy, or equal as approved by the DPW Director or their designee, delivered to the Needham DPW yard. All brass must be made in the USA.

2.02 Bid Item 1: Water Works & Brass Accessories

All Water Works Brass fittings shall be free of lead. The vendor shall supply the Public Works Department with the lead content of the fittings, which must conform to AWWA Standard C-800 (or latest revision), and the pack joint end connections shall consist of a Buna-N beveled gasket for watertight seal. All rubber gasket and O-ring seals shall be chloramines resistant. An independent, split-clamp locking device or stainless steel beveled gripper shall be incorporated in the design for additional restraint. All packed joint connections are to be without a set screw.

1A – COMPRESSION X IRON PIPE ADAPTERS - Various sizes (3/4" thru 2") and quantities of male iron pipe (FIP) thread x pack joint end adapter fitting.

1B – WATER SERVICE BALL VALVES WITH STANDARD LEVER - Various sizes (3/4" thru 2"). All valves in Item 1B must be full port opening. Ball and seat material shall be fluorocarbon coated with a chloramines resistant seat material or nickel and chrome platted brass with a fluorocarbon seat. Lever and grip: Steel, zinc plated w/ vinyl grip provide for off and on positions to be padlocked, 7/16” holes for lock shank, RPTFE seats and stuffing box ring. Shall be water tight against flow in either direction. Seal around the stem shall consist of two (2) O-rings. Valves shall open and close within 90 degrees. Valves shall have a working pressure of 300 psi. Manufactured by Apollo.

1C – BRASS THREADED NIPPLES - Various sizes (3/4" thru 1 1/2") and quantities of threaded brass nipples, complying with Federal Standards.

1D - BRASS THREADED TEES - Various sizes (3/4" thru 2”) and quantities of threaded brass tees, complying with Federal Standards.

1E - BRASS BUSHINGS - Various sizes (3/4" thru 2"x 1 ½”) and quantities of threaded brass bushings, 1F - BRASS METER COUPLINGS - Various sizes (5/8” thru 2”) and quantities of threaded brass meter coupling

1G - BRASS THREADED ELBOWS - Various sizes (3/4” x ½” thru 2”) and quantities of threaded brass Elbows, 1H – BRASS THREADED COUPLINGS - Various sizes (3/4” thru 2”) and quantities of threaded brass threaded couplings, complying with Federal Standards.

1I – CORPORATIONS - Various sizes (3/4” thru 2”), shall be a ball valve type with full port opening. Inlet shall be male threaded to match the saddle. Outlet connections shall have a compression type fitting for water service lines.

1J – CURB STOPS - Various sizes (3/4” thru 2”), shall be the ball valve type with full port opening, pack joint fitting on both ends. Ball and seat material shall be fluorocarbon coated with a chloramines resistant seat material or nickel and chrome platted brass with a fluorocarbon seat. Shall be water tight against flow in either direction. Seal around the stem shall consist of two (2) O-rings. Valve shall open and close with a 90 degree turn of a standard slotted wrench. Shall have a working pressure of 300 psi.

1K – 3 PIECE UNIONS - Various sizes (3/4” thru 2”) and quantities pack joint type water service union;

working pressure shall be 150psig.

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2.03 Bid Item 2: Bolted Repair Sleeves for ¾”-2” Iron Pipe/PE Tubing

The coupling shall have a steel sleeve made of carbon steel with a minimum yield of 30,000 PSI. The flanges shall be made of ductile iron per ASTM A536. Coupling must be Fusion-Bonded Epoxy Coated to prevent corrosion, and have corrosion-resistant alloy bolts and nuts.

2.04 Bid Item 3: Water Service Saddles

Saddle casting or body shall be of the double strap/bale with minimum four studs/bolts on the single band type and shall be cast iron/grey iron of the size and application specified. Material shall be in accordance with ASTM B62 and B584 (85-5-5-5) requirements and fabricated to ANSI/AWWA C800, latest revision.

Saddles shall be pre-formed to AWWA C900 and C905 outside diameter dimensions and so stamped or otherwise identified by a permanent inked marking that will not smear or wash off on the body of the saddle.

MUELLER parts, Cast Iron Service Saddles.

2.05 Bid Item 4: Stainless Steel Repair Clamps

Stainless Steel Repair Clamps shall be Type 304 (18-8) Stainless Steel Bolts with 1⁄2" or 5⁄8"UNC rolled threads, Teflon coated, 304 (18-8) Stainless Steel Band, 304 (18-8) Heavy Gauge Stainless Steel Lifter Bar, Gridded Virgin SBR Gasket, 304 (18-8) Heavy Gauge Stainless Steel Armor per ASTM A 240, 304 (18-8) Heavy Gauge Stainless Steel Sidebars TIG welded, 304 (18-8) Stainless Steel Heavy Hex Nuts and Plastic Lubricating Washers

2.06 Bid Item 5: Hymax Grip Coupling Restraint

Sleeve type design consisting of center sleeve, one end ring and multi-range two layered EPDM gasket and stainless steel spanner per end. Compression end rings to be either one or two bolt design, fabricated of carbon steel equivalent to ASTM A576, and 304 stainless steel nuts and bolts per end. Gasket to be Chloramines Resistant NSF-61, hydraulically actuated with a pressure-equalizing dam. Pressure cavity and sealing lip for working pressure of 260 psi. Design per AWWA standards.

2.07 Bid Item 6: Dresser Style Cast Couplings & Solid Sleeves

The coupling shall have follower flanges and a sleeve that is made of cast ductile iron per ASTM A-536. The follower flanges shall be color coded to identify the general type of pipe the flange is to fit: Red for IPS sizes, Blue for Ductile Iron sizes and Gray for Asbestos Cement sizes. The gasket shall be Nitrile (Buna N) NSF 61 listed, compounded to resist water, oil acids, alkali’s, most (aliphatic) hydrocarbon fluids and many other chemicals. The temperature range of the gasket shall be -20ºF to +180ºF. The gaskets shall have the color of follower flange it is compatible with molded into it. The nuts and bolts are to be 5/8" high strength low alloy steel to AWWA C 219 (ANSI A21.11) standards. The standard coupling coating shall be Felix-Coat fusion bonded epoxy.

2.08 Bid Item 7: Ductile Iron Water Pipes, Cement Lined

Various quantities of 4”, 6", 8", 10", 12", 14", 16”, 20”, and 24” diameter Ductile Iron Water Pipe and Fittings. Estimated Quantity Bid Price shall be per 100 (one hundred) linear feet of pipe delivered to the Town Yard. New pipe to be Push-on-Joint, Ductile-Iron Pipe, Cement lined: AWWA C151, with push-on-joint, bell- and plain-spigot end. push-on-Joint, Ductile-Iron Fittings AWWA C153, ductile-iron compact pattern. Gaskets: AWWA C111, rubber.

2.09 Bid Item 8: Water Gate Valves

Water Gate Valves shall have Opening – Right Gate valves shall open clock-wise (red operating nut), sizes

– 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 12”, 14”, 16” and 20” diameter. Description – Resilient Wedge Gate Valves for water service shall have mechanical joints at each end and shall be supplied with joint accessories. Standard mechanical end joints shall comply with ANSI/AWWA C111. Body – Ductile Iron body to be supplied with a nominal 10 mil thickness of fusion applied epoxy coating to the exterior and interior surfaces. Wedge – Iron

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wedge to be symmetrical and fully encapsulated in molded rubber. There will be no exposed iron. Stem – Non-rising Wrench Nut – 2” square nut, open right. Pressure Rating – For all sizes, there shall be 250 psig maximum working pressure and 500-psig static test pressure. Resilient Wedge Gate Valves shall be MUELLER A-23661, A-23662 M.J. x M.J. or equal as approved by the department.

2.10 Bid Item 9: Mechanical Joints & Mega Lug M.J. Kits

Compatible with joints which meet AWWA C111, latest revision. The follower gland and gripping wedge style joint restraint shall be acceptable on pipe diameters from 4” to 20”. Meet or exceed ASTM F1674 for use on Ductile Iron Pipe. Body material shall be ductile iron conforming to ASTM 536. Wedge gasket material shall be chloramines resistant. Gripping wedge and actuating component material shall be ductile iron conforming to ASTM 536. Working pressure shall be 250 psi, minimum, for use on ductile iron pipe. Shall be rated to the full working pressure of the Ductile Iron pipe.

Mega Lug Restraint devices shall consist of multiple gripping wedges incorporated into the follower gland.

Mechanism shall be in place to ensure proper tightening of the restraint without overstressing the pipe.

Properly tightening the restraint shall not depend upon accurate field measurements of applied pressure or utilize a tool which requires calibration. Torque-off bolts are an example of an acceptable tightening mechanism.

2.11 Bid Item 10: Mechanical Joint Bends & Tees

Meet or exceed AWWA/ANSI C153/A21.53 or C110/A21.1, latest revision. Shall be the rubber gasket compression type. Joints shall conform to AWWA/ANSI C111/A21.11, latest revision. Gasket material shall be chloramines resistant. Fitting body material shall be ductile iron conforming to ASTM 536. Pressure rating shall be 350 psi for 4”- 24” diameter fittings. Plain end fittings are not permitted. Note: All Fittings are to be cement-lined and seal-coated in accordance with ANSI/AWWA C104/A21.4, latest revision. Price quote at per each and quantities indicated.

2.12 Bid Item 11: Type K Copper Tubing

Various Sizes (3/4" thru 2") rolls of Type K Copper Tubing, complying with American Water Works Association (AWWA) Standards. Must be made in the United States.

2.13 Bid Item 12: Sewer/Drain Solid Covers, Frames, & Grates

12A – CAST IRON/GREY IRON CLASS 35B MANHOLE CASTINGS - Cover and frame shall be made of Grey Iron Class 35B Ductile Iron. Frames shall have plain vertical walls with a flange at the bottom. The flange shall incorporate bedding slots and four ¾” bolt holes evenly spaced. The covers shall be operable by one person using standard tools and shall be capable of handling H20 loading. The frames shall have a clear access opening of no less than 24" in diameter with a grate seat no less than 26" across from side to side and shall be 4", 6" and 8" high. The cover surface shall be blank or with the lettering of “Sewer” or "Drain”.

All components shall be black coated. Must be made in the USA.

12B - CAST IRON/GREY IRON CATCH BASIN GRATE CASTINGS - Various quantities of catch basin frame and grate sets - 4", 6" and 8" high. Frames shall have plain vertical walls with a flange on the bottom on 3 sides only. The frames shall have a clear access opening of no less than 21" from side to side with a grate seat no less than 26" across from side to side. The frame and cover set shall be capable of handling H20 loading. The grate shall have a square hole pattern. Must be made in the USA. The price shall be per frame and grate set delivered to the Department of Public Works yard and at the Plant. Price quote at per each and quantities indicated.

2.14 Bid Item 13: SDR-35 Gravity Sewer Pipes & ADS Drain Pipes

13A – SDR-35 GRAVITY SEWER PIPE - SDR-35, PVC gravity sewer pipe and fittings shall conform to ASTM D 3034 for diameters from 4"-15", and ASTM F 679 for 18"-24", with integral-bell gasketed joints. Rubber gaskets shall be factory installed and conform to ASTM F 477. Pipe joints shall conform to ASTM D 3212.

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Pipe shall be made of PVC plastic having a cell classification of 12454 or 12364 as defined in ASTM D 1784 and shall have a SDR of 35 and minimum pipe stiffness of 46 PSI. ASTM D 3034 4"-15" is also available with a SDR of 26 and a minimum pipe stiffness of 115 PSI.

13B – ADS DRAIN PIPE - ADS N-12 ST IB pipe shall have a smooth interior and annular exterior corrugation.

a. 4 through 10 inch (100 to 250mm) shall meet AASHTO M252, Type S.

b. 12 through 60 inch (300 to 1500 mm) shall meet AASHTO M294, Type S or ASTM F2306.

c. Manning’s “n” value for use in design shall be 0.012.

d. Pipe shall be joined with the ADS N-12 ST IB (bell-and-spigot) joint meeting AASHTO M252, AASHTO M294, or ASTM F2306.

e. The joint shall be soil-tight and gaskets shall meet the requirements of ASTM F477.

f. Gaskets shall be installed by the pipe manufacturer and covered with a removable wrap to ensure the gasket is free from debris. A joint lubricant available from the manufacturer shall be used on the gasket and bell during assembly.

g. Fittings shall conform to AASHTO M294 or ASTM F2306. Fabricated fittings shall be welded at all accessible interior and exterior junctions.

h. Pipe and fittings shall be made of virgin polyethylene compounds that comply with the cell classification 424420C for 4- through 10-inch (100 to 250mm) diameters, or 435400C for 12-through 60-inch (300 to 1500mm) diameters, as defined and described in ASTM D3350, except that carbon black content should not exceed 4%.

i. The 12- through 60-inch (300 to 1500mm) virgin pipe material shall comply with the notched constant ligament-stress (NCLS) test as specified in Section 6.1.1 and 5.1 of AASHTO M294 and ASTM F2306 respectfully.

2.15 Bid Item 14: Rubberized Pipe Connectors/(Fernco Coupling)

a. Various Sizes (4" thru 12") and Made of an elastomeric compound that meets the requirements of ASTM #D5926, C1173 and applicable portions of ASTM #C443, C425, C564, CSA B602 and D1869

b. Leak-proof, root-proof and are resistant to chemicals, ultraviolet rays, fungus growth, and normal sewer gases

c. Stainless steel clamps are corrosion-resistant and rust-proof. Must be made in the USA.

2.16 Bid Item 15: Fire Hydrants and Appurtenant Parts

Mueller Super Centurion 250 Fire Hydrants

The specification is written for Mueller Super Centurion 250 hydrants and Mueller Hydrant Repair Kits, as approved by the DPW Director or their designee, delivered to the Needham DPW yard.

a. All fire hydrants shall meet or exceed the requirements of AWWA C-502, be listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. and have Factory Mutual Research approval.

b. Hydrants shall be in compliance with the EPA requirement for “lead free” as found in section 1417(d)(1)42U.S.C.&300g-6. Lead Free will mean “not more than a weighted average of 0.25 percent lead when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures.”

c. All hydrants shall be rated 250 PSI working pressure minimum and be tested to 500 PSI minimum.

The rated working pressure shall be cast on the hydrant barrel.

d. Hydrants shall be of the compression type, constructed such that the main valve closes with water pressure to assure no loss of water in the event of damage to the upper portion of the hydrant.

e. The diameter of the main valve seat shall be five and one-quarter inches (5-1/4") minimum. The hydrants shall open clockwise (right) against the pressure and close counter clockwise (left) with the pressure.

f. The bonnet assembly shall have a lubrication reservoir which is sealed from the waterway and all external contaminants by the use of "O" ring seals. A port to add lubricant to the reservoir, without removal of the bonnet, is required.

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g. Fire hydrant shall be manufactured with 1 1/2-inch Pentagon operating nut and thrust nut made of low zinc bronze complying with ASTM B-61, B-62 or B-96, with thrust bearings located both above and below the thrust collar and with operating nut protected by a cast iron weather shield. In lieu of the bronze operating nut, an integral ductile iron operating nut and weather shield will be acceptable.

h. Hydrants shall be a 3-way type with two (2) outlet nozzles, two and one-half inches (2 1/2") NST and (1) Steamer nozzle four and one-half inches (4 1/2") NST. All nozzles shall be made of low zinc brass complying with ASTM B-61, B-62 or B-96. All nozzles shall be mechanically locked into the barrel and have "O" ring pressure seals. Caps shall be provided with chains and chain hooks.

i. The hydrant shall have a traffic "breakaway" coupling which is designed to fracture when the hydrant is impacted by a vehicle. The breakaway coupling shall be made of cast iron or steel and shall allow for 360 degree rotation of the upper barrel to position the nozzles without removing the breakaway coupling or shutting down. All pins, clips, and or retainer rings associated with the "breakaway" coupling shall be stainless steel.

j. The main valve seat shall have bronze to bronze seating arrangement of low zinc bronze complying with ASTM B-61, B-62 or B-96. A bronze seat ring shall be threaded into bronze sub-seat located in the hydrant elbow. All "O" rings sealing the main valve seat ring shall bear against a non-corrodible low zinc bronze surface.

k. The main valve assembly shall include double drain valves to operate automatically each time operated without the aid of springs, pins or toggles. The valve upper plate and valve lower plate shall be made of ductile iron or low zinc bronze complying with ASTM B-61, B-62 or B-96. The entire valve and stem assembly must be capable of removal and reassembly by the use of a small lightweight wrench without disassembly of the upper barrel.

l. The shoe casting, lower barrel casting, and flanges below ground shall be manufactured in accordance with ASTM A- 126, Class B, Grey Iron or Ductile Iron. All ferrous metal surfaces in the hydrant shoe are to be fully coated with a minimum four (4) mills epoxy not to exclude the lower valve plate assembly.

m. The hydrant will have five and one-half foot (5 1/2') of bury, unless otherwise noted

n. The hydrant will have a six inch (6") inlet connection of the (mechanical joint) type, unless otherwise noted. Painting and coating of the hydrant shall be as prescribed in AWWA C-502, latest revision. The color above the ground line flange shall be YELLOW.

Kennedy Guardian K81D Fire Hydrants

The specification is written for Kennedy Guardian K81D fire hydrants and their appurtenant parts, as approved by the DPW Director or their designee and delivered to the Needham DPW yard. Please see the technical spec sheet attached to this IFB for further detail.

a. All fire hydrants shall meet or exceed the requirements of AWWA C-502, be listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. and have Factory Mutual Research approval.

b. Hydrants shall be in compliance with the EPA requirement for “lead free” as found in section 1417(d)(1)42U.S.C.&300g-6. Lead Free will mean “not more than a weighted average of 0.25 percent lead when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures.”

c. All hydrants shall be rated 250 PSI working pressure minimum and be tested to 500 PSI minimum.

The rated working pressure shall be cast on the hydrant barrel.

d. Hydrants shall be of the compression type, constructed such that the main valve closes with water pressure to assure no loss of water in the event of damage to the upper portion of the hydrant.

e. The diameter of the main valve seat shall be five and one-quarter inches (5-1/4") minimum. The hydrants shall open clockwise (right) against the pressure and close counterclockwise (left) with the pressure.

f. The bonnet assembly shall have a lubrication reservoir which is sealed from the waterway and all external contaminants by the use of "O" ring seals. A port to add lubricant to the reservoir, without removal of the bonnet, is required. Fire hydrants shall be furnished with a sealed reservoir located in the bonnet so that all threaded and bearing surfaces are lubricated each time the hydrant is operated. “O” ring seals shall be utilized to give a watertight seal between the water in the barrel of the hydrant and the bonnet.

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g. Fire hydrant shall be manufactured with 1 1/2-inch Pentagon operating nut and thrust nut made of low zinc bronze complying with ASTM B-61, B-62 or B-96, with thrust bearings located both above and below the thrust collar and with operating nut protected by a cast iron weather shield. In lieu of the bronze operating nut, an integral ductile iron operating nut and weather shield will be acceptable.

h. Hydrants shall be a 3-way type with two (2) outlet nozzles, two and one-half inches (2 1/2") NST and (1) Steamer nozzle four and one-half inches (4 1/2") NST. All nozzles shall be made of low zinc brass complying with ASTM B-61, B-62 or B-96. All nozzles shall be mechanically locked into the barrel and have "O" ring pressure seals. Caps shall be provided with chains and chain hooks.

i. The hydrant shall have a traffic "breakaway" coupling which is designed to fracture when the hydrant is impacted by a vehicle. The breakaway coupling shall be made of cast iron or steel and shall allow for 360-degree rotation of the upper barrel to position the nozzles without removing the breakaway coupling or shutting down. All pins, clips, and or retainer rings associated with the "breakaway" coupling shall be stainless steel. Hydrants shall be furnished with a breakable feature that will break cleanly upon impact. This shall consist of a two-part breakable safety flange with a breakable coupling. Use of frangible bolts or snap rings to secure flanges are not acceptable.

j. The main valve seat shall have bronze to bronze seating arrangement of low zinc bronze complying with ASTM B-61, B-62 or B-96. A bronze seat ring shall be threaded into bronze sub-seat located in the hydrant elbow. All "O" rings sealing the main valve seat ring shall bear against a non-corrodible low zinc bronze surface.

k. The main valve assembly shall include double drain valves to operate automatically each time operated without the aid of springs, pins or toggles. The valve upper plate and valve lower plate shall be made of ductile iron or low zinc bronze complying with ASTM B-61, B-62 or B-96. The entire valve and stem assembly must be capable of removal and reassembly by the use of a small lightweight wrench without disassembly of the upper barrel. Hydrants shall have at least two (2) bronze line drain outlets.

l. The shoe casting, lower barrel casting, and flanges below ground shall be manufactured in accordance with ASTM A- 126, Class B, Grey Iron or Ductile Iron. All ferrous metal surfaces in the hydrant shoe are to be fully coated with a minimum four (4) mills epoxy not to exclude the lower valve plate assembly. Hydrant shoe shall be Mechanical joint.

m. The hydrant will have five and one-half foot (5 1/2') of bury, unless otherwise noted

n. The hydrant will have a six-inch (6") inlet connection of the (mechanical joint) type, unless otherwise noted. Painting and coating of the hydrant shall be as prescribed in AWWA C-502, latest revision. The color above the ground line flange shall be YELLOW.

o. Hydrant upper barrels must be able to be rotate.

p. Hydrants shall be UL listed and FM approved.

2.17 Bid Item 16: Main Gate Boxes with Tops & Extensions

Gate Valve Boxes – Shall be made of cast iron, tar coated, and sliding type adjustable with cast iron cover. Inside diameter shall be 5 1/4” or larger. Valve boxes shall have a thirty-six inch (36") top section and a forty-eight inch (48") bottom section. All valve boxes shall be furnished with a heavy duty cast iron cover, drop style, with the word "WATER" molded onto the top of the cover. Valve box extensions will be of the 2 inch riser type. Must be made in the USA.

2.18 Bid Item 17: Arch Type Curb Boxes with Centering Rod and Extensions

Curb boxes (one-inch) shall be Ford arch base curb box with Type PS lid (one inch upper section), and brass head plug or equivalent. Curb boxes (one-and-one-half-inch and two-inch size) shall be Ford arch base curb box with Type PS Lid (one inch upper section) and brass head plug or equivalent. Curb boxes shall be furnished with foot piece and stationary rod for six feet bury. All curb boxes will come as a complete package with “WATER” lettering molded onto the lid.