Contract: Plumbing Services

The New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services is soliciting bids for a comprehensive plumbing services contract (Bid #3017-25) covering facilities across ten counties, with specific focus on Cheshire County. The procurement seeks to establish a five-year contract from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2030, with potential two-year extensions, for plumbing services including installation and repair of water supply systems, drainage systems, water heaters, backflow prevention devices, pumps, and gas equipment. Vendors must be licensed in New Hampshire with a minimum of five years' verifiable commercial plumbing experience and provide comprehensive general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate. The bid covers 216 total locations across Coos, Grafton, Carroll, Belknap, Sullivan, Strafford, Cheshire, Hillsborough, Rockingham, and Merrimack counties, with specific requirements for emergency repair services that mandate 24/7 availability and a three-hour response time. Responses are due on April 4, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time, with bidders required to submit hourly rates for Master Plumber, Journey Plumber, and Apprentice Plumber classifications across various time periods including standard business hours, after-hours, weekends, and state holidays.

The contract allows for multiple vendors to be awarded, potentially receiving contracts for single or multiple counties based on lowest rates. Political subdivisions and nonprofit agencies are permitted to participate in the contract, with pricing to be firm for the first year and subject to potential subsequent adjustments. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the state emphasizes environmentally friendly practices, including potential use of recycled materials and preference for SmartWay transport partners. Invoicing will be conducted via ACH or procurement card, with payment due 30 days after delivery and acceptance of services. The state will conduct quarterly usage reporting to track contract performance. Though no specific budget range is provided, the comprehensive nature of the contract covering 216 locations across ten counties suggests a significant potential contract value. Vendors will be evaluated based on their ability to meet technical specifications, provide competitive pricing, demonstrate sufficient commercial plumbing experience, and maintain the required insurance and licensing credentials.