Backflow Preventer/Shutoff Valve at Talladega NGA & FMS #14

The state of Alabama, specifically through Tuscaloosa County, is seeking a contractor to perform backflow preventer and water line installation services for the National Guard Armory (NGA) and Facility Maintenance Service (FMS) #14 in Talladega. The project involves installing a 1-inch backflow preventer at Ft. Graves Armory and a 2-inch backflow preventer at FMS #14, along with associated plumbing work including water line exposure, service box installation, and comprehensive leak checks. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for Friday, March 28, 2025, at 10:15 AM, located at 518 Broadway Ave., Talladega, AL 35160, with Randall Ginn serving as the point of contact. The work must be completed during normal duty hours of 0730-1730, Tuesday through Friday. Contractors are required to handle all labor, materials, services, and post-project debris removal, with the solicitation (ID: 67c30bf0f9dbd958be006fb0) open for bid submissions until April 2, 2025, through the Alabama Buys electronic procurement system.

While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, contractors must be registered in Alabama Buys and comply with state requirements, including E-Verify enrollment and registration with the Alabama Secretary of State for out-of-state companies. The solicitation follows the Standard Terms and Conditions outlined in the Quick Quote Boilerplate, which includes provisions for taxpayer protection and disclosure statements for contracts exceeding $5,000. Potential bidders must submit electronic responses through the Public Solicitation site and be prepared to accept multiple forms of electronic payment. Although no specific budget range is provided in the available documents, the scope suggests a specialized plumbing services contract focused on infrastructure maintenance for military facilities. Interested contractors should carefully review the attached Statement of Work (SOW) document and ensure full compliance with all state procurement regulations and technical specifications.