Castings, Catch Basins, Risers & Manholes

The City of Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking bids for a one-year term contract with two optional one-year renewals for the procurement of municipal infrastructure castings, specifically catch basins, risers, manholes, and related accessories. The solicitation (Bid File #400-35-21) requires all castings to be manufactured in the United States, with strict technical specifications including material standards like ASTM A48, Class 35B and ASTM A536. The city intends to place orders on an "as needed" basis throughout the contract term, with estimated annual quantities ranging from 1 to 13 units per item type. Evaluation criteria will include pricing, delivery requirements, responsiveness, O.E.M. certification, and past performance. The bid is due on February 1, 2024, with delivery to be F.O.B. to the City of Grand Rapids Water Department, and all shipping costs included in unit pricing. The city reserves the right to award the contract to one or multiple vendors based on their comprehensive review.

The City of Grand Rapids has an established Equal Business Opportunity Policy that offers bid discounts ranging from 1% to 5% for businesses meeting specific strategic objectives. Potential bidders can qualify for these discounts through various means, such as demonstrating local workforce participation, being a veteran-owned small business, or participating in specific community programs like Schools of Hope or Adopt-A-Stream. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract is structured for flexible, as-needed purchasing of infrastructure components. Businesses must submit detailed documentation to the Office of Equity and Engagement at least seven days before the bid opening to be considered for these additional incentives. The discounts can be combined but will not exceed 5% or $25,000, whichever is lower. Vendors must also comply with non-discrimination requirements and may be subject to additional administrative fees for contracts exceeding $10,000.