Culver Pipe & CIP LIners

Portage County, Wisconsin, is seeking bids to establish a contract for culvert pipe procurement for its Highway Department's 2024 projects. The county is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive range of culvert pipes, including corrugated steel, galvanized, aluminized, polymer-coated, and high-density polyethylene pipes in various diameters ranging from 12 to 108 inches. Bidders must be original manufacturers or authorized distributors with a minimum of three years of business experience in highway products. The Request for Bid (RFB) requires submission of an original and one copy of documentation, including a Signature and Authority Affidavit Form, References Sheet, Bid Offer Form, and manufacturer's warranty statement. Key deadlines include a 2:00 PM February 8, 2024 deadline for written questions and a 2:00 PM February 20, 2024 bid submission deadline, with a public bid opening at 1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point, WI 54481. All quoted pipe must meet Wisconsin DOT Specifications and be straight cut and coupled with bands. Pricing must be submitted on a unit price basis, including FOB Destination freight, and will be based on full load orders delivered to 850 Cubbie Lane, Plover, WI 54467.

The contract will run from the award date through December 31, 2024, with provisions for monthly pricing adjustments based on market fluctuations. Bidders must provide three customer references and are subject to the county's payment terms of net 30 days from invoice receipt. Portage County reserves the right to terminate the contract with 30 days written notice for performance issues or immediately for health and safety concerns. The county is exempt from federal excise and Wisconsin sales taxes. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are mentioned, bidders must demonstrate substantial experience in highway product distribution. Delivery restrictions include acceptance only Monday through Thursday between 6:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the solicitation suggests a comprehensive procurement approach for the county's 2024 highway infrastructure needs, with flexibility for ongoing pipe and liner requirements throughout the year.