IFB 25-028/SC Term Contract for Corrugated High Density Polyethylene Pipe

Jefferson County Drainage District No. 6 has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB 25-028/SC) for a term contract to supply Corrugated High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Pipe for drainage applications. The procurement seeks pipe sizes ranging from 12 to 60 inches in diameter, with bids requested on a per-linear-foot basis. The pipes must comply with ADS N-12 specifications and meet AASHTO M294 or ASTM F2306 standards, featuring a smooth interior and annular exterior corrugations suitable for gravity-flow land drainage applications. Sealed bids are due by 2:00 PM Central Time on December 4, 2025, and will be publicly opened at the District's boardroom located at 6550 Walden Road, Beaumont, Texas 77707. All quoted prices must be submitted on an F.O.B. delivered basis, including costs for furnishing, hauling, assembly, installation, and set-up. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA) and United States Iron and Steel requirements, with all materials manufactured in the United States. Vendors are required to maintain active registration with the System for Awards Management (SAM) and submit proof of active status with their bids.

The District does not have specific set-aside programs but is committed to equitable participation by Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), Minority-Owned Enterprises (MBEs), and Women-Owned Businesses (WBEs). Vendors must provide certificates of insurance documenting specified liability limits, workers' compensation coverage, and waiver of subrogation provisions. The contract will be a term contract with prices applicable on an as-needed basis, with the District reserving the right to award to one or multiple vendors by individual line item. The District is exempt from federal and state sales taxes, and tax amounts must not be included in bid pricing. While no specific contract term or renewal options are stated in the bidding documents, the procurement allows for flexible vendor selection. Bidders must submit authorized signatures, witness signatures, and approval documentation as part of their bid package. The procurement documents do not specify a precise contract value or budget range, leaving the potential award open-ended based on the District's drainage infrastructure needs.