Purchase and Delivery of Fittings

The City of Miami Beach Procurement Department has issued Invitation to Quote (ITQ) 2026-008-PW for the purchase and delivery of water main fittings, seeking quotes for eight different types of components including butterfly valves, tapping saddles, and adapters. The procurement targets specific quantities ranging from 4 to 12 units per item, with electronic bid responses due on October 27th, 2026, at 3 P.M. Potential bidders must submit their quotes electronically through Bidnet Direct, including a completed Quote Form and Certification, Questionnaire & Requirements Affidavit. Vendors will be evaluated based on responsiveness, responsibility, and offering the best combination of lowest cost and product meeting technical specifications. Prospective bidders have until October 23rd, 2026, at 3 P.M. to submit any questions regarding the solicitation. The City reserves the right to award multiple bidders and may acquire services through this ITQ, alternative contracts, or open market procurement.

The ITQ includes several provisions for vendor participation, with specific emphasis on business ethics, compliance certifications, and diverse business representation. Bidders must provide professional references, disclose potential conflicts of interest, and certify compliance with local ordinances regarding human trafficking, fair chance hiring, and contracting restrictions. The solicitation appears to have preferences for veteran and disadvantaged business enterprises, though specific set-aside percentages are not explicitly detailed. The contract will remain valid until $100,000.00has been expended, with the maximum expenditure limited to that amount. Successful bidders will be required to maintain specific insurance coverage, including Worker's Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability Insurance, with the City of Miami Beach named as an additional insured. The procurement allows for flexible acquisition strategies, with city departments having the option, but not the obligation, to utilize the resulting contract.