Liquid Fertilizer

The City of San Antonio, Texas is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of approximately 35,000 new 5/8-inch and 1-inch water meters, as well as related accessories such as meter boxes, lids, and remote read-out units. The purpose of this $8 million procurement is to replace aging water meter infrastructure and improve metering accuracy and data collection. The contract period is for three years with two optional one-year renewals. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on April 14, 2023, and a pre-bid conference will be held on March 31, 2023. The City has set detailed pricing requirements, including unit costs for each meter size and accessory item, and interested vendors must demonstrate the ability to meet the City's technical specifications and delivery requirements. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total bid price.

The City has set a 25% local small business enterprise (SBE) participation goal for this procurement, which is being funded through the City's water utility enterprise fund. The current incumbent supplier is not identified. Vendors responding to this opportunity must be able to meet the City's SBE goal requirements. The total estimated project value over the initial three-year term is $8 million.