Pueblo water - supply of 2-inch combination air release valves

The Board of Water Works of Pueblo, Colorado is seeking to procure 20 2-inch combination air release valves through a competitive bidding process (ITB-24-052) scheduled for implementation in July and August 2024. The valves must meet specific technical requirements, including 150 psi operating pressure, compliance with NSF/ANSI 61 and 372 standards, and compatibility with drinking water systems. Approved manufacturers include Av-Tek Valves and A.R.I. D-040, with required construction materials of polypropylene or polyamide fiberglass and seal compositions of Silicon, EPDM, or NBR rubber. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including manufacturer details, shop drawings, and technical literature. The procurement timeline includes an inquiry deadline of August 1, 2024, with final proposals due by August 6, 2024, at 2:30 PM MST. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis, with valves to be delivered to Pueblo Water's warehouse located at 707 W. Third Street in Pueblo, Colorado.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Payment terms are flexible, offering options of net 15, net 30, net 60, and acceptance of procurement card (P-Card) or check/ACH payment methods. Pueblo Water reserves significant procurement discretion, including the right to negotiate the award if only one responsive proposal is received and the ability to reject any or all bids submitted. While a specific contract value is not disclosed, the procurement involves 20 air release valves with precise technical specifications. The procurement covers Ouray County and is part of a broader state of Colorado procurement initiative, potentially indicating a strategic infrastructure enhancement for the region's water management systems. Interested vendors must carefully review the complete specification packet and ensure full compliance with all technical and procedural requirements outlined in the invitation to bid.