Pueblo water - supply of 16" DR18 PVC pipe 2025

The Pueblo Board of Water Works has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB-25-050) for the procurement of 8,800 linear feet of 16-inch DR18 PVC water pipe for transmission, distribution, and engineering purposes. The solicitation seeks a one-time purchase of PVC pipe that must conform to AWWA Standard C-900-16, be N.S.F. approved, and feature cast iron outside diameters with integral bell rubber gasketed joints. Proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. MST on September 2, 2025, and can be submitted electronically through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System, by mail, or in-person at the Pueblo Water office. Evaluation criteria will include unit pricing, delivery timeframes, and overall contract terms, with delivery being a critical element that may influence award selection. Bidders are required to provide manufacturer's literature, Material Safety Data Sheets, and supporting documentation as part of their submission. The procurement process will be conducted via conference call, and bids will be evaluated comprehensively to ensure the most advantageous proposal for Pueblo Water.

Pre-approved manufacturers for this 16-inch PVC water distribution pipe include Certainteed Corp., J-M Eagle, IPEX, Diamond Plastics Corp., Vinyltech, Royal Flex-Lox, North American Pipe Corp., and National Pipe and Plastics. The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Pueblo Water reserves the right to reject any bids and may negotiate with a single bidder if only one responsive proposal is received. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement is for a one-time purchase of pipe to be delivered F.O.B. Warehouse in Pueblo, Colorado. The agency maintains flexibility in its procurement approach, allowing for comprehensive consideration of vendor capabilities, pricing, and delivery logistics to meet its water infrastructure needs.