Various Couplings 2025

The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) is seeking bids for Request for Bid (RFB) 526627, a two-year procurement of various lead-free water service couplings to replenish warehouse stock for maintenance and repair purposes. The solicitation covers five different coupling types, including pack joint and brass couplings from manufacturers like Ford Meter Box and A.Y. McDonald, with estimated quantities ranging from 50 to 300 units per item. Bidders must provide comprehensive unit pricing that includes delivery, supplies, and mileage, with specific technical requirements for pipe sizes, thread types, and manufacturer part numbers. The bid requires complete pricing documentation, with failure to submit full details resulting in automatic disqualification. Key procurement dates include a question deadline of January 27, 2025, potential addendum issuance on January 31, 2025, and bid submissions due on February 5, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST. Deliveries will be accepted at the DWSD Central Warehouse located at 6425 Huber St., Detroit, between 7:30am and 3:30pm, Monday through Friday.

The procurement includes provisions for the Detroit Business Opportunity Program, which offers equalization credits of 1-2% for Detroit-based businesses, Detroit resident businesses, joint ventures, and mentor ventures. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications, including having approved City of Detroit tax clearances, providing relevant business licenses, and not being suspended or debarred. The solicitation emphasizes local hiring and encourages employment of Detroit residents through Detroit At Work. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the two-year contract and multiple coupling types suggest a potentially significant procurement opportunity. Award methodology allows for selection based on lowest price per line item or lowest lump sum, with DWSD reserving the right to award one or multiple contracts. Bidders are required to complete multiple attachments, including pricing forms, performance history references, and various city affidavits, with a strong emphasis on local economic participation and compliance with municipal procurement guidelines.