Mechanical Flanged Fittings for Ductile Iron Pipe

Fulton County, Georgia is soliciting bids for mechanical and flanged fittings for ductile iron pipe to supply the Department of Public Works under ITB 22ITBC094A-JWT, with responses due January 10, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. via BidNet Direct.

The scope covers an indefinite quantity, firm fixed price contract for mechanical joint sleeves, tees, bends, and swivel hydrant tees in sizes from 3 inches to 24 inches, plus flanged fittings with gaskets and fasteners. All items must be new and conform to American Water Works Association specifications C111, C153, C104, and C110. Bidders submit unit prices for 36 listed line items plus a percentage discount for unlisted catalog items. Pricing must include packing and be FOB Destination with unloading and assembly included.

The contract term runs from issuance of the first purchase order through December 31, 2023, with two optional one-year renewals (2024 and 2025) subject to County Board of Commissioners approval and annual appropriations. Award is made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on total bid amount, responsiveness, and ability to perform. Payment terms are Net 30 days from merchandise inspection and acceptance, or a cash discount may be offered for payment within a minimum of 20 days.

The successful bidder must carry commercial general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence with a $2 million general aggregate and automobile liability insurance of $500,000 combined single limit. Written inquiries are due through BidNet Direct by December 28, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. No pre-bid conference is scheduled. Bid opening occurs via Zoom on January 10, 2023 at 11:00 a.m., with only bidder names and total bid prices disclosed. The County is exempt from Georgia sales tax.