Contract to Purchase Smith Blair Clamps and Couplings as needed

The City of Yonkers Bureau of Purchasing is soliciting bids for a twelve-month contract with a potential twelve-month renewal to purchase Smith Blair Clamps and Couplings for municipal water infrastructure repairs. The procurement (RFB-7535) covers 11 categories of repair clamps and couplings, including single and multi-band full circle repair clamps, tapped repair clamps, and steel and cast couplings ranging from 1/2 inch to 36 inches. The contract requires new, unused, fresh stock items with specific material specifications, including stainless steel bands, ductile iron lugs, and nitrile gaskets. Delivery will be made to the City of Yonkers Water Repair Shop at 170 Saw Mill River Road. The bid will be awarded on a class basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with bidders required to provide unit pricing for specific catalog numbers and estimated quantities. Written questions must be submitted by October 10, 2025, with the bid opening scheduled for October 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Bidders must complete various required forms, including a vendor background questionnaire and non-collusive bidding certification.

The procurement includes provisions for business enterprises owned by persons of color or women, indicating potential set-aside or preference considerations for diverse vendors. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating their business status and qualifications. The pricing structure requires inclusion of all incidental costs, such as freight, fuel surcharges, restocking fees, packaging, and labor. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the contract's comprehensive nature suggests a potentially significant procurement value for municipal water infrastructure components. The twelve-month contract with a potential twelve-month renewal provides flexibility for the City of Yonkers to maintain consistent supply of critical infrastructure repair materials. The bid's structure as a class award means the contract will be evaluated holistically across all 11 categories, rather than on individual item pricing. Vendors must demonstrate their ability to meet stringent material and performance specifications for these specialized water infrastructure repair components.