The City of Tempe, located in Arizona's Maricopa County, is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive backflow prevention assembly services through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP). The procurement covers inspection, testing, repair, and replacement of approximately 715 lead-free backflow prevention assemblies, including reduced pressure principle, pressure vacuum breaker, and double check valve assemblies. Qualified contractors must maintain a fully staffed office in the Phoenix Metropolitan area, employ certified personnel, and possess current calibration of testing equipment. Proposals are due on October 9, 2025, at 3:00 PM local Arizona time and will be submitted through the City's Procurement Portal (Bonfire). Evaluation criteria will include ability to meet specifications, qualifications, pricing, experience, and overall response completeness. The contract term is two years with an option to renew for an additional three years, and the City reserves the right to award to multiple contractors. The RFP does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide a comprehensive pricing structure covering unit costs for various services, including emergency replacements, repairs, and testing, with pricing to be held firm for a minimum of two years. The city will furnish backflow prevention assemblies from warehouse stock and provide repair kits, while the contractor is responsible for miscellaneous parts and installation. Emergency response requirements mandate a four-hour response time, and contractors must submit detailed reports and comply with safety and certification standards. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the pricing sheet indicates a comprehensive service model with unit prices and provisions for percentage markups on emergency repairs and manufacturer parts. Contractors will be required to submit test results through the city's online SAMSXC portal and may be subject to random pricing audits.
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2-26-030 Price Sheet.xlsx | 35KB | Spreadsheet | 9/10/25 | |
1-26-030 RFP.docx | 224KB | Document | 9/10/25 |