5213-0-2023-BG Ductile Iron Pipe.pdf

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Finance Department David P. Schmiedicke, Finance Director City-County Building, Room 406 Purchasing Services 210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard Madison, Wisconsin 53703 Phone: (608) 266-4521 Fax: (608) 266-5948 finance@cityofmadison.com www.cityofmadison.com/finance/purchasing

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

RFQ #:

For:

Released Date:

Questions Due Date:

Answers Due Date:

Quotation Due Date:

City Agency:

Method of Delivery Options

Email Quotation to:

5213-0-2023-BG

Ductile Iron Pipe

Tuesday, March 14th, 2023

Monday, March 20th, 2023

Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023

Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 @ 2:00 PM CST

Madison Water Utility bids@cityofmadison.com

1 GENERAL CONDITIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

1.1 Applicable Terms and Conditions

• Products or Equipment. All quotations for supplies and/or equipment must be submitted in accordance with the specifications contained in this solicitation and City of Madison Standard Terms and Conditions.

• Services. All quotations for services must be submitted in accordance with; the specifications contained in this solicitation, City of Madison Standard Terms and Conditions, and Purchase of Services Contract.

• Copies. Copies of above-referenced forms are available from the Purchasing Office or from the following link:

https://www.cityofmadison.com/finance/purchasing/vendor-resources

1.2 Delivered Prices Only

Prices quoted must include shipping charges, FOB Madison.

1.3 Substitutes

If offering a substitute item, include manufacturer, number, model, specifications and product literature.

The City will evaluate substitutes and make the final determination of equivalency.

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REQUEST FOR QUOTATION RFQ # 5213-0-2023-BG

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1.4 Partial Order

Unless otherwise noted, it will be assumed that bidder will accept an order for all or part of the items priced.

1.5 Award

The City will award the bid to the responsive and responsible bidder whose bid is most advantageous to the City. In determining the most advantageous bid, the City will consider criteria such as, but not limited to, cost, quality/workmanship, compatibility, standardization, major and minor exceptions to our specifications, superior design features, warranty, delivery, past experience, installation, equality, discount, customer satisfaction, bidder’s past performance and/or service reputation, and service capability. The City may opt to establish alternate selection criteria to protect its best interest or meet performance or operational standards. After the due date, no quotes may be withdrawn for a period of 90 days or as otherwise specified or provided by law.

2 CONTACTS

Technical: For questions regarding technical specifications.

Jeff Belshaw Madison Water Utility (608)261-9835 Jbelshaw@madisonwater.org

Buyer: For questions regarding instructions, terms & conditions.

Brittany Garcia City of Madison Purchasing Services

(608) 243-0529 bgarcia@cityofmadison.com

3 BID DISTRIBUTION NETWORK

Please note that the City no longer maintains an in-house bidders' list. Notification of bid opportunities, addenda, tabulations and awards will only be made to subscribers via these networks.

State of Wisconsin VendorNet System:

State of Wisconsin and local agencies bid network. Registration is free.

http://vendornet.state.wi.us/vendornet

DemandStar by Onvia: National bid network – Free subscription is available to access bids from the City of Madison and other Wisconsin agencies, participating in the Wisconsin Association of Public Purchasers (WAPP). A fee is required if subscribing to multiple agencies that are not included in

WAPP.

Bid Opportunities: www.cityofmadison.com/finance/purchasing/bidDemandStar.cfm

Home Page: www.demandstar.com

To Register: https://www.demandstar.com/app/registration

Please note when registering: Pick the Wisconsin Association of Public Procurement (WAPP) to select all current Wisconsin government agencies.

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REQUEST FOR QUOTATION RFQ # 5213-0-2023-BG

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4 LOCAL VENDOR PREFERENCE

The City of Madison has adopted a local preference purchasing policy granting a scoring preference to local suppliers. Only suppliers registered as of the bid’s due date will receive preference. Learn more and register at the City of Madison website.

www.cityofmadison.com/business/localPurchasing

5 SPECIFICATIONS

Conform to the requirements specified herein for the type and class of material named. The Engineer reserves the right to reject any materials not meeting these Specifications. See ‘Form A: Price Proposal’ for associated bid quantities and the Bid Form worksheet.

Material Requirements – DUCTILE IRON PIPE:

− ANSI/AWWA C151/A21.51-latest, 4” through 20” in accordance with the thickness class and wall thickness specified.

− Centrifugally cast ductile iron pipe, 1/16” cement lined on the inside, tar coated on the outside, in standard 18’ or 20’ lengths, push-on joint with gaskets, lubricant and bonding straps to provide electrical conductivity without field welding.

− Each truckload of pipe shall include at least 4 quarts of lubricant with delivery.

− Since it is impractical to specify definite quantities needed, bids for unit prices per foot are requested.

− Bids will be considered separately for award on each pipe diameter included in ‘Form A: Price

Proposal’.

Delivery: F.O.B. via open type truck to: Madison Water Utility

110 S. Paterson Street Madison, WI 53703

Twenty-four (24)-hour notice of delivery is required. Call 608-266-4790.

Trucks will be unloaded between 7:30am and 2:00pm weekdays only. Trucks that do not provide twenty-four (24) hours notice may not be unloaded on the day or arrival. No layover time will be paid.

No payment until total shipment is received. If shipment is not made as promised, Water Utility will buy on open market and back charge against your quote.

http://www.cityofmadison.com/business/localPurchasing

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Form A: Price Proposal

RFQ #: 5213-0-2023-BG Ductile Iron Pipe This form must be returned with your response.

Materials shall conform to the requirements specified in this solicitation. The Engineer reserves the right to reject any materials not meeting these Specifications. Complete the requested information and return via instructions on Page 1 of RFQ. Bidder hereby offers:

DUCTILE IRON PIPE:

Delivery Requirements:

− F.O.B. via open type truck to: Madison Water Utility 110 S. Paterson Street Madison, WI 53703

− At least 24-hour notice is required prior to delivery. Call: (608) 266-4790.

− No payment until total shipment is received. If shipment is not made as promised, Water Utility will buy on open market and back charge against your quote.

− Trucks will be unloaded between 7:30am and 2:00pm weekdays only. Trucks that do not provide twenty-four (24) hours notice may not be unloaded on the day or arrival. No layover time will be paid.

Days to Delivery After Receipt of Order: _____________

Is price firm for one year from date of bid? Yes ______ No ______

If No, price firm for ________ days.

Item

Quantity (LF)

Description Manufacturer & Model

Unit Price (per LF) Volume Discount

1 200 Pipe, D.I. 6” $ $

2 60 Pipe, D.I. 10” $ $

Total $

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Term Discount: _________________ (i.e. 1% if paid in 15 days, net 30, etc.)

Above bid submitted by:

COMPANY NAME

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Form B: Bidder Information

RFQ #: 5213-0-2023-BG Ductile Iron Pipe This form must be returned with your response.

BIDDER INFORMATION

COMPANY NAME

ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP

BIDDER’S NAME TITLE

EMAIL

SIGNATURE TELEPHONE NUMBER

DATE FAX NUMBER

LOCAL VENDOR STATUS

The City of Madison has adopted a local preference purchasing policy granting a scoring preference to local suppliers. Only suppliers registered as of the bid’s due date will receive preference. Learn more and register at the City of Madison website.

CHECK ONLY ONE:

Yes, we are a local vendor and have registered on the City of Madison website under the following category: www.cityofmadison.com/business/localPurchasing

No, we are not a local vendor or have not registered.

http://www.cityofmadison.com/business/localPurchasing