Purchase of Various Water Pipe Appmienances

The City of Providence, Rhode Island, through its Board of Contract and Supply, is seeking proposals for a blanket contract to purchase Various Water Pipe Appurtenances for the Providence Water Supply Board. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of water infrastructure components, including curb stops, corporation stops, service saddles, mechanical joint restraints, accessory packs, valve boxes, gate valves, pipe couplings, and related materials. The contract period will run from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with bids due by 2:15 P.M. on May 19, 2025, at the Department of the City Clerk. Bidders are required to submit two copies of their proposal and complete several mandatory forms, including a Bidder's Blank, Certification of Bidder, and Public Records Certification. Key requirements include maintaining firm pricing throughout the contract period and providing all-inclusive pricing with freight delivery to the Providence Water Supply Board, with delivery restricted to Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Providence Water intends to issue primary awards to one vendor per category/item and reserves the right to make secondary awards if the primary vendor cannot fulfill orders.

The procurement includes a 20% Minority and Women's Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) participation goal, with bidders required to complete corresponding participation plan forms. No financial assurance is required for this contract, and awards will be made within 90 days of bid opening. The city emphasizes that the contract does not obligate Providence Water to purchase the estimated quantities and retains the right to cancel the contract with 30 days' written notice. Potential bidders should note that the city aims to promote diversity in its contracting by encouraging participation from minority and women-owned businesses. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a significant investment in water infrastructure components. The solicitation allows for flexibility in vendor selection, with Providence Water reserving the right to make multiple awards across different categories to ensure reliable supply of critical water infrastructure materials.