Curb Boxes Sample Affidavit for Town of Manchester Waterworks and Sewerage Supplies Procurement

This affidavit document is a manufacturers' compliance certification form required by the Town of Manchester, Connecticut for the waterworks and sewerage supplies procurement. The affidavit specifically addresses curb boxes, one of several product categories included in the competitive bid solicitation for municipal water and sewer system repair parts. Bidders must submit manufacturers' affidavits of compliance for specified items including fire hydrants, manhole frames and covers, mechanical joint retainer glands, valve boxes, curb boxes, copper tubing, and PVC pipe and fittings. The procurement encompasses quantities ranging from 5 to 20 units per line item, with a contract term extending from June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2028, and options to extend on an annual basis for three additional one-year periods. The question submission deadline is March 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with bid submission required by March 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM via the Town of Manchester Procurement Portal, and virtual bid opening scheduled for the same date and time via Zoom.

The sample affidavit serves as a template for manufacturers to certify that curb boxes meet the specifications and standards required by the Town. Failure to provide proper affidavits for required product categories may result in bid disqualification. Bid prices must be held firm during the entire contract term and are not subject to increases due to tariffs or trade restrictions imposed after bid submission; prices may not be withdrawn for 90 days after bid opening. The Town of Manchester is exempt from federal excise taxes and Connecticut sales tax, which must not be included in bid pricing. The solicitation permits approved equal alternatives for certain items, allowing bidders to propose substitute products meeting equivalent specifications. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed; however, estimated line item quantities provide guidance for potential award values.