RFP_25-46_Document.pdf
This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the City of Ann Arbor's Public Services / Public Works Department for Large Water Meter Replacement Services, identified as RFP #25-46. The project involves replacing approximately thirty water customer sites with new water meters, with the City providing the replacement meters and remote reading devices. The contractor will be responsible for mechanical plumbing changes, including adjusting piping to accommodate different meter lay lengths for meters ranging from 2" to 4" in size. Proposals are due on October 22, 2025, by 2:00 p.m. local time, with potential interviews tentatively scheduled for the week of November 10, 2025. The contract term will run through December 31, 2026, with hourly rate proposals expected to be honored for the entire contract period.
Compensation will be on a Time and Materials basis, with the contractor entitled to a 15% markup on materials and permits and a 5% markup on subcontractor costs. The City does not guarantee a minimum volume of work. The proposal will be evaluated using a point system across several categories, including qualifications (20 points), past project involvement (30 points), proposed work plan (30 points), and fee proposal (20 points). Contractors must comply with various city requirements, including prevailing wage regulations, living wage ordinance, non-discrimination policies, and provide necessary insurance coverage. The selection process may involve creating a short list of firms, potential interviews, and final selection based on the comprehensive evaluation of proposals.
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