Aursi bid non-stock-large water meter exchange - FY26

The City of Ocala, Florida, through Ocala Utility Services/Resource Management, is requesting sealed bids for non-stock large water meter exchange equipment under ITB WRS260711, with bids due May 4, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via the AURSI electronic bidding system. A local vendor preference may apply if the bidder submits the required Local Vendor Preference Affidavit of Eligibility.

The scope encompasses thirteen line items including pipe spool pieces, bolt and gasket sets, flange adapters, check valves, and meter flange kits from specified manufacturers including Krausz Industries, VSI Water Works, and Matco-Norca. Quantities range from two to one hundred units depending on item. Addendum 1, posted April 29, 2026, clarifies that spool pieces are flange-by-flange configuration and may be either tar coated or primer coated at the bidder's discretion; flange adapters are standard regular flange adapters without grip features.

Delivery is required to the City of Ocala facility in Ocala, Florida with freight prepaid and included in quoted prices. Pricing shall be firm on an F.O.B. Destination basis. The initial contract period is ninety days unless the City extends to one year with a one-year renewal option. The City reserves the right to award to one or multiple bidders or reject all bids. Award decisions may be made within sixty days after bid opening.

Payment terms are net thirty days from invoice receipt. The City of Ocala is exempt from federal excise and sales taxes and will not pay these charges. Successful bidders must submit completed IRS Form W-9, Drug Free Workplace Certificate, Affidavit of Compliance acknowledging addenda, E-Verify compliance documentation, and references. Questions should be directed to Mary Ann St. Laurent, Warehouse & Inventory Manager, at mstlaurent@ocalafl.org or (352-351-6705).