Supply of Drainage Pipe

The City of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, through its Department of Public Works, is seeking bids for the Supply of Drainage Pipes (Bid No. 6314), which will be procured for Providence County. The procurement involves furnishing comprehensive materials, labor, equipment, and incidental items to supply drainage pipes, specifically Dual Wall (Type S) Bell and Spigot Style, Corrugated High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Drainage Pipes that meet CPP-AASHTO-M-294-"S" requirements. Bidders must provide pricing for pipe sizes ranging from 12" to 48", including couplings, manhole adapters, and pipe bends. The bid is due on May 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with a public bid opening at 2:15 p.m. in Harris Hall at City Hall. The contract will be effective for 12 consecutive calendar months from the award date, with potential renewal at the city's discretion. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness, with pricing being a significant but not sole determining factor.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, though standard local equal opportunity provisions likely apply. No financial assurances are required for this procurement, and bidders should be prepared to potentially comply with prevailing wage requirements. The document does not indicate incumbent vendors or specify existing infrastructure requiring integration. While a specific budget range is not outlined, the procurement is for a comprehensive drainage pipe supply contract covering multiple pipe sizes and associated components. The contract's value will be determined by the actual pricing submitted by responsive bidders, with the city retaining discretion in contract award and potential renewal. Given the scope of pipe sizes and potential citywide infrastructure needs, the contract could represent a significant municipal procurement opportunity for qualified suppliers of drainage infrastructure materials.