Addendum 1.docx

Addendum No. 1 is an official document issued by the City of Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) for Request for Bids (RFB) No. 530652 regarding Copper Pipe in four sizes, released on 3/18/25. The addendum addresses vendor questions and provides clarification for the procurement, with the contract covering the supply and delivery of copper pipe. Based on historical procurement data, DWSD has requested an average of 4,507 feet of copper pipe in 2024 and 12,900 feet so far in 2025. The addendum indicates that sample submissions are not required from bidders, and vendors must acknowledge receipt of the addendum on their bid forms.

The document reveals that a corrected price page has been added to the original bid documents, updating item descriptions and specifications. Elite Textile Trading LLC submitted questions on 3/11/25, seeking clarification on specification requirements and order quantities. The procurement appears to be focused on standardizing copper pipe procurement for the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department, with transparent communication about expected order volumes and simplified submission requirements. No specific pricing details or funding sources are explicitly outlined in this addendum, which serves primarily to provide additional context and answer vendor inquiries about the copper pipe procurement process.