Replacement of Fire Hydrants, Valves, and Parts

The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee is requesting quotes for replacement of fire hydrants, valves, and related parts throughout the Davidson County Metropolitan Water Services service area under a multi-year indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract, with quotes due September 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM CST. A 14% Small Business Enterprise or Service-Disabled Veteran participation commitment is required over the life of the contract.

The scope includes removal of existing fire hydrants and valves, excavation, backfill, concrete work, flowable fill, stone blocking, insertion valves, yard restoration, testing, disinfection, and installation services. Metropolitan Water Services provides new fire hydrants and valves except insertion valves. Pricing shall be submitted on a unit price basis for all line items on the provided bid form; total evaluated bid amount determines award.

The prime contractor must hold a Tennessee Municipal and Utility Construction license with unlimited monetary limits for projects exceeding $25,000. Insurance requirements include General Liability of $1 million per occurrence/$2 million aggregate, Automobile Liability of $1 million combined single limit, and Worker's Compensation with statutory limits plus $100,000 Employer's Liability. A separate payment and performance bond with signed affidavit is required for each purchase order exceeding $100,000. Payment terms are Net 30 with FOB Delivery and supplier-prepaid freight. Metro reserves the right to make multiple awards if in its best interest.

The pre-offer meeting is scheduled for August 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM CST. Questions are due August 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM CST. The anticipated intent to award date is September 11, 2026, with sourcing expected to complete by October 2, 2026. All offers remain valid for 150 days from the closing date.