Ductile Iron Pipe

The City of Madison Finance Department and Water Utility are soliciting quotations for ductile iron pipe through RFQ #5419-0-2025-TJ, covering the procurement of 720 linear feet of pipe for municipal infrastructure purposes. The specific requirements mandate 4-inch ductile iron pipe conforming to ANSI/AWWA C151/A21.51 standards, which must be centrifugally cast, internally cement-lined (1/16"), and externally tar-coated with push-on joints. Pipe must be available in standard 18' or 20' lengths and delivered F.O.B. to Madison Water Utility at 110 S. Paterson Street, with mandatory 24-hour advance delivery notice and unloading permitted only between 7:30am and 2:00pm on weekdays. The City will evaluate bids based on multiple criteria including cost, quality, compatibility, standardization, warranty, delivery capability, past performance, and service quality. Quotation responses are due on April 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with bid opportunities accessible through Wisconsin VendorNet and DemandStar platforms. Bidders are required to submit unit pricing per linear foot, provide manufacturer details, and potentially offer volume discounts.

The solicitation appears to include a local vendor preference, potentially providing scoring advantages for suppliers registered on the City of Madison website. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the procurement seems open to qualified vendors who can meet technical specifications and delivery requirements. The RFQ does not disclose a specific budget range or total contract value, though the procurement is for a relatively limited quantity of pipe. Bidders must confirm price firmness for one year and may offer term discounts. The procurement process allows for potential contract award based on a comprehensive evaluation of vendor capabilities, suggesting that the lowest price will not be the sole determining factor. Vendors are encouraged to register on state and national bid networks to receive future notifications and enhance their visibility for municipal procurement opportunities.