Purchase of PVC Sewer Fittings

The City of Shreveport, located in Caddo Parish, Louisiana, is seeking bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) #25-020 to purchase PVC sewer fittings for the Department of Water & Sewerage's Field Operations Division. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of PVC sewer fittings, including clay-plastic neoprene couplings, plastic to plastic neoprene couplings, 22 and 45 degree bends, sewer plugs, push-on caps, in-line wyes, wye saddles, clean-out plugs, and adapters in sizes ranging from 4" to 24". All fittings must be solvent-weld SDR-35 and manufactured in accordance with ASTM D2729 and ASTM D3034 standards. The bid is scheduled to be opened on May 29, 2025, with bids submitted to the City of Shreveport's Office of the Purchasing Agent. Evaluation criteria will extend beyond pricing to include performance history, financial resources, maintenance capabilities, warranty terms, and overall value to the city. Deliveries will be accepted at the Department of Water and Sewerage Field Operations (2139 Greenwood Road) between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Bidders must provide several mandatory documentation requirements, including a Felony Conviction/E-Verify Affidavit and an Adjudicated Property Affidavit, demonstrating compliance with civil rights laws. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, vendors will need to meet comprehensive legal and operational qualifications. The estimated annual expenditure for this contract is $65,000, with the city reserving the right to renew the contract for four additional one-year increments, subject to limited price adjustments. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, and no specific technology integration requirements are noted. Potential vendors should be prepared to demonstrate robust manufacturing capabilities, quality control processes, and the ability to consistently supply high-quality PVC sewer fittings that meet the stringent municipal specifications outlined in the bid document.