Backflow & Various Fittings

The City of Asheville, North Carolina is soliciting bids for Backflow and Various Fittings through Bid Request No. FBR WW0036-25, a procurement opportunity focused on acquiring specific water infrastructure components. The bid submission deadline is set for March 6, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with exceptions and questions due by February 25, 2025, at 3:00 PM. Bidders can access proposal forms, instructions, and specifications through the city's website (www.ashevillenc.gov/bids) or directly at the Purchasing Office. The bid will be publicly opened and read in Room 100C at Asheville City Hall, with a virtual attendance option via Google Meet. Potential bidders must carefully review all documentation, as any bid addenda will be posted to the website at least seven days before the bid opening date, and bidders are required to acknowledge and include these addenda with their bid response. The procurement appears to center on water system components, specifically backflow prevention devices and associated fittings, though precise technical specifications would require detailed review of the complete bid documents.

The procurement opportunity falls under the Asheville Business Inclusion Policy, which actively encourages participation from women and minority-owned businesses (MWBEs). Bidders can demonstrate MWBE status through certifications from the NC Office of Historically Underutilized Businesses or other recognized MWBE certification bodies. The city has implemented specific restrictions, including a prohibition on contracting with entities delinquent in City ad valorem tax payments. Potential vendors seeking additional information about the Business Inclusion Policy can contact the Office of Economic Development at (828) 259-8050 or abi@ashevillenc.gov. While specific budget ranges or award values are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation, the procurement appears to be a competitive bidding process open to qualified vendors who can meet the city's technical and administrative requirements. Interested parties should carefully review all documentation and ensure compliance with the city's procurement guidelines, business inclusion policies, and technical specifications for backflow and fitting components.