Bid No. 223030 PVC Pipe and Fittings

The City of Salem, Oregon, through Marion County, has issued Bid No. 223030 for PVC Pipe and Fittings, seeking to procure a comprehensive range of PVC pipe, fittings, and related materials for the Department of Public Works. The procurement involves over 80 line items, including PVC cement, cleaners, adapters, caps, couplings, elbows, nipples, pipe, plugs, reducers, and tees in multiple sizes and configurations. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through Equity Hub's Bid Locker by April 6, 2022, at 11:00 AM local time, with the initial contract term set to begin July 1, 2022, and spanning one year with potential for up to four additional one-year renewal options. Bid prices must remain firm for the first three months, after which a price escalation/de-escalation clause allows for adjustments proportional to supplier costs. The City will award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder on a total bid basis, with evaluation criteria focusing on comprehensive pricing, product specifications, and compliance with technical requirements detailed in the bid manual.

The City encourages participation from disadvantaged, minority, women, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, though no specific set-asides are mandated. Bidders must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local civil rights and labor laws, and demonstrate the capability to supply high-quality PVC materials meeting the city's infrastructure needs. The bid tabulation reveals that Ferguson Enterprises was the awarded vendor, with a total bid amount of $33,026.05 for the specified materials. Successful bidders must provide appropriate insurance coverage and adhere to non-discrimination clauses outlined in the Goods Agreement. The procurement allows for flexible pricing mechanisms and provides the City of Salem with the right to inspect and reject non-conforming goods, ensuring quality control and vendor accountability throughout the contract period.