Bid Ref. #26-008 Fire Hydrants

The City of Albany, Georgia, located in Douglas County, is seeking competitive sealed bids for a one-year firm price contract to procure twenty-four (24) fire hydrants for warehouse inventory. The procurement, referenced as Bid #26-008, specifically requires fifteen 5-1/4 VO, 3-way fire hydrants with a 4'6" height, and nine 5-1/4 VO, 3-way fire hydrants with a 3'6" height. Bidders must include freight costs in their pricing and deliver goods F.O.B. to the Finance Warehouse at 1726 Lily Pond Road in Albany, GA. Key submission requirements include providing manufacturer specifications, warranty statements, and delivery timelines for each item. The bid was released on August 1, 2025, with a questions deadline of August 22, 2025, and a final bid submission deadline of September 2, 2025, at 2:30 PM. Evaluation criteria appear to focus on comprehensive bid responsiveness, including technical specifications, pricing, and compliance with municipal procurement requirements.

The City encourages participation from Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) and small business firms, signaling potential set-aside or preferential considerations for these organizations. Bidders must submit several mandatory certifications, including a Drug Free Workplace Certification, Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit, and a Certificate of Non-Collusion. Insurance requirements are substantial, mandating general liability coverage of at least $1,000,000, worker's compensation, and business automobile liability. The contract includes provisions for termination, indemnification, and a one-year warranty on materials and workmanship. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves twenty-four fire hydrants, suggesting a potential contract value that would be determined by the per-unit pricing submitted by responsive bidders. The one-year firm price contract structure indicates a stable procurement approach designed to maintain consistent inventory and pricing for the city's infrastructure needs.