Corporation Curb Stops, Coupling and Hitches

The City of Newark, New Jersey is soliciting electronic bids for Bid #2022-32, seeking Corporation Curb Stops, Coupling and Hitches through the ProcureNow e-Procurement Portal. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of 137 line items related to plumbing and water infrastructure components, including various sizes and types of curb stops, couplings, nipples, repair clamps, and associated equipment. Bidders must submit proposals electronically by June 16, 2022, at 10:15 am, with a subsequent public bid opening via Zoom conference. All proposed products must be new, of current manufacturer production, and of high quality, with vendors required to maintain reasonable inventory quantities and be prepared to provide product samples for evaluation. The contract is structured for a two-year period, with separate pricing schedules for Year 1 and Year 2, and the City reserves the right to award the contract partially or in its entirety. Pricing must be F.O.B. destination with inside delivery, and unit costs must comprehensively cover all associated expenses including labor, materials, transportation, and handling.

The procurement opportunity appears open to all qualified vendors, with emphasis on compliance with state regulations including prevailing wage requirements, anti-discrimination provisions, business registration, and ownership disclosure. Bidders are permitted to quote equivalent brands, but must clearly indicate such alternatives, with the City retaining discretion to evaluate the equivalency of offered goods and services. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the bid documents suggest a competitive procurement process accessible to various business types. The solicitation does not specify a precise contract value or budget range, though the extensive line item list suggests a potentially significant procurement. Vendors must demonstrate capability to provide high-quality plumbing infrastructure components, maintain inventory, and meet stringent municipal procurement standards. Successful bidders will need to provide comprehensive documentation, comply with all stated municipal requirements, and be prepared to support the City of Newark's water infrastructure maintenance and replacement needs.