Meter expansion wheel

Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) is seeking a one-time procurement of 10,000 yoke meter expansion wheels for water meter infrastructure improvements and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) replacement hardware. The solicitation, identified as ITB-2024-098, requires 5/8 inch x 3/4 inch x 3/4 inch expansion wheels that must comply with Standards Page Y 14.00 and meet AWWA standards and NSF approval. Key procurement dates include a solicitation release on August 2, 2024, a deadline for questions on August 7, 2024 at 12:00 pm, and a response submission deadline on August 15, 2024 at 2:00 pm, with required delivery prior to September 30, 2024. Bidders must submit electronic responses through GRU's e-Procurement Portal, including a Respondent Certification Form and a Drug-Free Workplace Certification Form. The contract will be awarded to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidder, with GRU reserving the right to waive informalities, reject responses, and potentially conduct a Best and Final Offer (BAFO) round.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for specific enterprise types. Approved manufacturers for the expansion wheels include AY McDonald Mfg Company, Ford Meter Box Company, and Mueller Company. Bidders must provide proof of comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000), Worker's Compensation at statutory levels, and Excess Liability ($1,000,000). While a specific budget range is not detailed, the procurement involves a one-time purchase of 10,000 expansion wheels, suggesting a substantial but finite contract value. The procurement spans multiple jurisdictions, including Alachua County and Graceville City in Florida, indicating a potential regional infrastructure improvement initiative. The technical specifications suggest this procurement is part of a broader water meter infrastructure modernization effort, specifically focused on enhancing metering capabilities through AMI technology replacement.