Addendum 2-Extension~2.pdf

This is an Addendum to an Invitation to Bid (ITB 26-012-G) issued by the Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) in Oregon for the procurement of ductile iron pipe. The addendum extends the bid closing date from February 17, 2026, to February 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT, constituting a material change to the original bidding documents. The procurement seeks suppliers for a five-year contract to provide various sizes of ductile iron pipes ranging from 4-inch to 24-inch diameter in Tyton and TR Flex joint configurations, with estimated annual quantities varying from 18 feet for specialty items to 8,010 feet for 8-inch pipe. All pipes must be new, unused, and manufactured in compliance with AWWA C151 specifications. The original questions deadline was February 9, 2026, with addenda posted by February 11, 2026. Bidders are required to acknowledge receipt of this addendum by providing a signature and returning a copy with their response or by circling the addendum number on the bid form.

The contract evaluation utilizes a 200-point scoring system allocating 80 points for pricing, 60 points for pricing increase management, 20 points for delivery timeline management, and 40 points for contract term compliance. Proposers may select a fixed 4% annual price increase or propose alternative increases with detailed supply chain justification, with potential bonus points available for commitments below 4%. The procurement is restricted to three approved manufacturers: American, U.S. Pipe, and McWane. EWEB requires standard commercial insurance coverage including $1,000,000 per occurrence commercial general liability insurance, automobile liability coverage, and workers' compensation as mandated by Oregon law. Lead time maximums are specified at four weeks for Tyton pipe 12-inch and smaller, eight weeks for 16-inch to 24-inch Tyton pipe, and ten weeks for TR Flex pipes of all sizes. Contractors must confirm purchase order receipt within 24 hours and provide a comprehensive ten-year warranty. The contract allows EWEB flexible ordering with the right to adjust quantities and add or delete items during the contract term.