Purchase and Delivery of Aluminum Irrigation Pipe and Fittings

The City of Yuma, Arizona, located in Yuma County, is soliciting bids for the purchase and delivery of aluminum irrigation pipe and associated fittings through Request for Bid (RFB-26-111). The procurement specifically requires 480 linear feet of 6-inch aluminum irrigation pipe with .058 wall thickness, to be delivered in 20-foot lengths for use on a Thompson Bypass Pump. Technical specifications mandate plain pipe ends, 160 psi pressure rating, and the inclusion of 84 GRV X Weld Aluminum adapters to be welded to pipe ends. Delivery is strictly limited to the Thomas F. Altt Utilities Complex, with accepted delivery times between 7:00 AM and 2:00 PM Arizona Time, Monday through Thursday, and requiring 24-hour advance notification. The bid opening is scheduled for July 16, 2025, at 11:10 AM MST via Microsoft Teams, with electronic submissions required through the City's Procurement Portal. Evaluation criteria will include conformity to specifications, operational compatibility, delivery capabilities, legal qualifications, cost considerations, past performance, and product capabilities. Bid submissions must remain valid and irrevocable for 90 days after the opening date.

The solicitation involves potential federal funding, which mandates compliance with 2 CFR Section 200 Certifications, requiring vendors to meet extensive federal regulatory standards. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, vendors must comply with non-discrimination requirements, equal employment opportunity provisions, and domestic procurement preferences. The contract will remain valid for one year from the date of the purchase order or Notice of Award, subject to the City of Yuma's funding availability. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation. The procurement does not specify a precise budget range, but vendors are required to include all direct and indirect costs in their pricing, including labor, overhead, materials, equipment, and travel. Successful bidders must provide freight FOB Destination with no additional charges, and the City will conduct an inspection upon delivery, with the vendor responsible for replacing any damaged items at no extra cost. The contract terms indicate flexibility for potential modifications or termination based on performance, funding, or other specified conditions.