RESILIENT_WEDGE_GATE_VALVE_SAMPLE_AFFIDAVIT.pdf

This is a manufacturers' affidavit of compliance document for the Town of Manchester, Connecticut's waterworks and sewerage supplies procurement. The affidavit pertains to resilient wedge gate valves, one of multiple product categories required for the municipal water and sewer system repair parts solicitation. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of infrastructure components including fire hydrants, manhole frames and covers, mechanical joint retainer glands, valve boxes, curb boxes, copper tubing, corporation stops, ductile iron fittings and pipe, PVC pipe and fittings, service saddles, and manhole extension rings, with quantities ranging from 5 to 20 units per line item. Bidders must submit pricing on a per-unit basis for each line item and specify lead times in calendar days after receipt of order. The question submission deadline is March 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and the bid submission deadline is March 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM via the Town of Manchester Procurement Portal, with virtual bid opening via Zoom on the same date at 11:00 AM. The contract term extends from June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2028, with options to extend on an annual basis for three additional one-year periods upon mutual agreement.

Manufacturers' affidavits of compliance are mandatory submissions for specified product categories including resilient wedge gate valves, fire hydrants, manhole frames and covers, mechanical joint retainer glands, valve boxes, curb boxes, copper tubing, and PVC pipe and fittings, with failure to provide proper affidavits potentially resulting in bid disqualification. All bid prices must be held firm during the contract term and are not subject to increase due to tariffs or trade restrictions imposed after the bid submission date, and prices may not be withdrawn for 90 days after bid opening.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 prices. Specific manufacturers are identified for various product categories, with approved equal alternatives permitted for certain items. The solicitation does not identify specific set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to particular categories of organizations, though the Town reserves the right to award by item, total, or group as it deems in its best interest. No incumbent vendor information, current contractor details, or specific budget range is disclosed in the solicitation documents.