24122-JT Water Meters

The City of Suffolk, Virginia has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 24122-JT for a one-year agreement to furnish and deliver cold water meters for meter replacement and new service locations on an as-needed basis. The procurement covers water meters in various sizes ranging from 5/8-inch to 10-inch, with specific technical requirements including electronic registers, measuring elements, external housing, data storage, and alarm capabilities. Bidders must provide unit pricing for each meter size and separate touch read pads, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the total bid amount. The bid is due on June 13, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. local time, with the City reserving the exclusive right to renew the agreement for four additional one-year periods. Evaluation criteria will focus on pricing, responsiveness, and the ability to meet detailed technical specifications outlined in the bid documents. Potential vendors must carefully review the technical requirements, which include specific performance standards for meter functionality, data collection, and external characteristics.

The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond to the procurement. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor are there details about existing infrastructure that might require integration. The City of Suffolk is exempt from state sales tax and federal excise tax, with payment terms set at net 45 days. While the exact budget range or potential award value is not disclosed, the contract appears to be structured as an as-needed agreement for water meter procurement. The opportunity seems open to various types of suppliers capable of meeting the technical specifications and providing competitive pricing for water meters of multiple sizes. Interested vendors should carefully review the detailed bid documents, particularly the technical specifications and pricing requirements, to ensure full compliance with the City of Suffolk's procurement needs.