Purchase of pipe and catch basin components

The Town of Manchester, Connecticut, is seeking bids for Invitation to Bid (ITB) #23/24-72, which involves the purchase of pipe and catch basin components for infrastructure maintenance and construction. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive array of materials including high-density polyethylene pipe, reinforced concrete pipe, PVC pipe, culvert ends, catch basin components, concrete blocks, manhole frames, and related infrastructure accessories. The contract will run from May 1, 2024, to April 30, 2025, with firm pricing throughout the period, and items will be purchased on an "AS NEEDED" basis. Potential vendors must provide unit pricing for 144 different line items and comply with Connecticut Department of Transportation specifications (Form 816). The bid responses are due electronically by March 14, 2024, at 11:00 am, with a virtual bid opening conducted via Zoom, and all deliveries will be made to the Field Services location at 321 Olcott Street in Manchester. Historical spending for these components ranges from $15,000 to $37,000 in previous fiscal years, and the town reserves the right to reject any bid and make awards as deemed in its best interest.

The procurement includes a mandatory Living Wage Certification requirement, with specific exemptions for certain types of organizations. Bidders must certify their status as a "Covered Employer" under the Manchester Living Wage Ordinance, with exemptions available for charitable foundations/trusts with 501(c) tax-exempt status, employers with fewer than 25 eligible employees, and contracts with an annual value under $25,000. The bid will be conducted through the Town of Manchester's electronic bidding portal, with all addenda and communications managed through this platform. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the certification process suggests a focus on fair labor practices. The procurement allows for a flat-rate trucking charge per delivery and requires vendors to unload materials at the delivery site. Though specific budget ranges are not definitively stated, the historical spending data suggests an anticipated procurement value between $15,000 and $37,000 for the contract period.