Portage County Culvert Pipe

Portage County, Wisconsin is seeking competitive bids to establish a contract for culvert pipe supply to support various Highway Department projects throughout 2019. The procurement involves multiple types of culvert pipes, including plastic (high-density polyethylene), corrugated steel, galvanized, aluminized, polymer-coated, and arched pipe configurations, with required pricing per linear foot for diameters ranging from 12 to 108 inches. Bidders must be original manufacturers or authorized distributors with a minimum three-year history in highway products, and must provide three references from comparable-sized institutions served within the past three years. The bid documents specify that all materials must meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation specifications and AASHTO standards, with new and defect-free products required. Key procurement dates include a bid submission deadline of March 6, 2019 at 2:00 PM, with a public bid opening at the Portage County Purchasing Department, and a requirement for written questions to be submitted by February 26, 2019. The contract will run from the date of award through December 31, 2019, with pricing to remain firm for 45 calendar days following bid opening.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit pricing in U.S. dollars, including F.O.B. destination freight prepaid, with all associated costs such as packing, transportation, fuel, insurance, and applicable duties included in the bid price. The County will establish a call list of approved distributors to be contacted based on price and availability throughout the year. Price increase requests will require 60 calendar days' written notice with documented cost increases. Delivery expectations include acceptance Monday through Thursday between 6:00 AM and 4:00 PM, with desired delivery as soon as possible after purchase order receipt. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the procurement suggests a flexible, as-needed contract for culvert pipe supply that allows the County to purchase materials from approved vendors throughout 2019 based on project requirements and pricing. The County will qualify for governmental discounts, indicating potential cost savings for the awarded vendor(s).