Fasteners

The City of Huntsville, located in Madison County, Alabama, is soliciting sealed bids for Fasteners through Invitation for Bid (IFB) #80-2023-76, issued by the Finance Department's Procurement Services Division. The procurement seeks various Grade 5 bolts and anchors, including specific requirements for wedge anchors in stainless steel and zinc, with detailed technical specifications mandating SAE J429 compliance and precise heat treatment standards. Bolt and anchor sizes range from 1/4" to 1" in diameter, with multiple length options. The bid closes on August 29, 2023, at 2:00:00 PM local time, with no pre-bid conference scheduled. Evaluation criteria will include price, delivery time, vendor capacity, and capability, with the city intending to select the most advantageous proposal(s). The initial contract term is one year, with potential extensions allowable under Alabama state law for up to three total years. Pricing structure permits annual adjustments, limited to 10% per calendar year and directly tied to verified supplier price changes.

Vendors must maintain a storefront within 25 miles of the Water Pollution Control Administration Building and comply with specific requirements including appropriate insurance coverage and E-Verify participation. Bidders are required to provide unit pricing for each specified item category and a discount percentage for related unspecified items. Delivery will be F.O.B. to the City of Huntsville's Water Pollution Control facility. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, vendors must submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating their qualifications. The procurement does not specify a precise budget range or award value, but the comprehensive nature of the bid suggests the potential for multiple contract awards to ensure full coverage of the city's fastener needs. Interested vendors must carefully review all specifications and prepare detailed submissions that address the technical requirements and pricing structures outlined in the bid documents.