Meter_Housing_Specifications_6-10-2026.docx

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Furnish and Deliver Meter Housings
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Prince George's County, Maryland

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This is a material specifications document for the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) in Maryland for the procurement of polyethylene meter housings. WSSC is soliciting sealed responses for the furnish and delivery of polyethylene meter housings designed to protect water meters, meter setters, and associated service line components within the water distribution system. The specification document details four distinct housing configurations: 24-inch diameter by 30-inch height (Stock No. 6680-9054-1), 30-inch diameter by 30-inch height (Stock No. 6680-9056-6), 36-inch diameter by 36-inch height (Stock No. 6680-9057-4), and 22-inch diameter by 30-inch height (Stock No. 6680-9058-2). All housings must be manufactured from high-density polyethylene with white interior coloring, integral molded bottom lips, UV protection through chemical stabilization, and the capability to withstand AASHTO H20 loading. Each housing requires two notches at the bottom spaced 180 degrees apart to accommodate up to 2-inch copper pipes. Sealed responses must be submitted via WSSC's eProcurement Portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/wsscwater prior to 2:00 pm on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, with late responses not accepted.

Approved manufacturers for these specifications are limited to Bingham and Taylor and Sigma (Raven) models, with specific model numbers designated for each housing size. All products must be delivered in undamaged and ready-to-use condition. The specifications document notes that manufacturer approval is conditional upon the ability to fully meet all requirements and remains valid only to the extent that products continue to meet the stated specifications. No pricing information, contract term details, set-asides, or funding sources are provided within this specifications document.

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METER HOUSING SPECIFICATIONS

Stock No. 6680-9054-1 Material Specification for Polyethylene Meter Housing (24" Diameter (20" frame) x 30" Height)

1. Description This specification provides for polyethylene meter Housings of approximately 24" Diameter, compatible with 20" frames, and of 30" in Height. The Housings are installed in conjunction with meter settings in the construction of underground water services.

Quality The Housings shall be made of high-density polyethylene. Nothing in this specification shall be interpreted as relieving the manufacturer or contractor of the responsibility for furnishing a product suitable for the intended purpose. The requirements of this specification shall take precedence over those in reference documents where any contradictions may exist.

2. Requirements The Housing shall have two notches at the bottom of the Housing 180 degrees apart. The notches shall be large enough to accommodate up to 2-inch copper pipe. The nominal size shall be 20" Diameter at the top x 30" Height. The Housing shall be designed, manufactured, and tested to withstand AASHTO H20 loading. The interior color should be white. The Housing shall include an integral molded bottom lip that resists settling. The composition of the Housing shall include chemical stabilization that provides protection from ultraviolet damage.

3. Delivery (Packaging and Shipping) The Housing shall be delivered in undamaged and ready-to-use condition.

4. Approved Manufacturers/Models (Note that approval of the following companies is conditional on their ability to meet this specification fully and shall remain in effect only to the extent that their products fully meet this specification.)

1. Bingham and Taylor Model No. MMP202430

2. Sigma Model No. (Raven) RMP202430-FB-W

Stock No. 6680-9056-6 Material specification for Polyethylene Meter Housing (30" Diameter x 30" Height)

1. Description This specification provides for polyethylene Meter Housings of approximately 30" Diameter, compatible with the approved 30" monitor assembly (which incorporates the cover), and of 30" in Height. The Housings are installed in conjunction with meter settings in the construction of underground water services.

2. Quality The Housing shall be made of high-density polyethylene. Nothing in this specification shall be interpreted as relieving the manufacturer or contractor of the responsibility for furnishing a product suitable for the intended purpose. The requirements of this specification shall take precedence over those in reference documents where any contradictions may exist.

3. Requirements The Housing shall have two notches at the bottom of the Housing 180 degrees apart. The notches shall be large enough to accommodate up to 2-inch copper pipe. The nominal size shall be 30"Diameter at the top x 30" Height. The Housing shall be designed, manufactured, and tested to withstand AASHTO H20 loading. The interior color shall be white. The Housing shall include an integral molded bottom lip that resists settling. The composition of the Housing shall include chemical stabilization that provides protection from ultraviolet damage.

4. Delivery (Packaging and Shipping) The Housings shall be delivered in undamaged and ready to use condition.

5. Approved Manufacturers/Models (Note that approval of the following companies is conditional on their ability to meet this specification fully and shall remain in effect only to the extent that their products fully meet this specification.)

1. Bingham and Taylor Model No. PMP3030

2. Sigma Model No. (Raven) RMP3030-W

Stock No. 6680-9057-4 Material Specification for Polyethylene Meter Housing (36" Diameter x 36" Height)

1. Description This specification provides for polyethylene meter Housings of approximately 36" Diameter, and of 36" in Height. The Housings are installed in conjunction with meter settings in the construction of underground water services.

2. Quality The Housings shall be made of high-density polyethylene. Nothing in this specification shall be interpreted as relieving the manufacturer or contractor of the responsibility for furnishing a product suitable for the intended purpose. The requirements of this specification shall take precedence over those in reference documents where any contradictions may exist.

3. Requirements The Housing shall have two notches in the bottom of the Housing 180 degrees apart. The notches shall be large enough to accommodate up to 2-inch copper pipe. The nominal size shall be 36" Diameter at the top x 36" Height. The Housing shall be designed, manufactured, and tested to withstand AASHTO H20 loading. The interior color shall be white. The Housing shall include an integral molded bottom lip that resists settling. The composition of the Housing shall include chemical stabilization that provides protection from ultraviolet damage.

4. Delivery (Packaging and Shipping) The Housings shall be delivered in undamaged and ready to use condition.

5. Approved Manufacturers/Models (Note that approval of the following companies is conditional on their ability to meet this specification fully and shall remain in effect only to the extent that their products fully meet this specification.)

1. Bingham and Taylor Model No. PMP3636

2. Sigma Model No. (Raven) RMP3636-W

Stock No. 6680-9058-2 Material specification For polyethylene meter Housing (22" Diameter (18" frame) x 30" Height)

1. Description This specification provides for polyethylene meter Housings of approximately 22" Diameter, compatible with 18" frames, and of 30" in Height. The Housings are installed in conjunction with meter settings in the construction of underground water services.

2. Quality The Housings shall be made of high-density polyethylene. Nothing in this specification shall be interpreted as relieving the manufacturer or contractor of the responsibility for furnishing a product suitable for the intended purpose. The requirements of this specification shall take precedence over those in reference documents where any contradictions may exist.

3. Requirements The Housing shall have two notches in the bottom of the Housing 180 degrees apart. The notches shall be large enough to accommodate up to 2-inch copper pipe. The nominal size shall be 18" Diameter at the top x 30" Height. The Housing shall be designed, manufactured, and tested to withstand AASHTO H20 loading. The interior color shall be white. The Housing shall include an integral molded bottom lip that resists settling. The composition of the Housing shall include chemical stabilization that provides protection from ultraviolet damage.

4. Delivery (Packaging and Shipping) The Housings shall be delivered in undamaged and ready-to-use condition.

5. Approved Manufacturers/Models: (Note that approval of the following companies is conditional on their ability to meet this specification fully and shall remain in effect only to the extent that their products fully meet this specification.)

1. Bingham and Taylor Model No. MMP182230

2. Sigma Model No. (Raven) RMP182230-FB-W

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