Water Fountains

The City of Pittsburgh's Office of Management and Budget, acting on behalf of the Department of Public Works, is seeking bids for water fountains through Invitation for Bid #2023-IFB-284. The procurement specifically targets three Most Dependable fountain models: 10145SM, 440SM, and 485 EZWM, with detailed specifications including requirements for pet fountains, standard pedestals, blue color, recessed hose bibs, and locked doors. The bid solicitation was released on November 17, 2023, with a critical deadline for questions set for December 1, 2023, and bid responses due by December 15, 2023, at 2:00 pm. The contract period will span from December 2023 through November 2025, with options for two additional one-year renewals. Vendors must submit per-unit pricing that includes shipping and delivery costs, with comprehensive technical specifications outlined in the Additional_Specifications.pdf document, which details lead-free water fountains with stainless steel construction, sanitary recessed nozzles, and anti-squirt bubbler heads. The water fountains must comply with California Proposition 6 and the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act, be UL classified as lead-free, and come with a one-year warranty.

The procurement includes significant equal opportunity requirements with specific participation goals for diverse businesses: 18% minority-owned, 7% women-owned, 5% veteran-owned, and 3% LGBTQIA+ businesses. Bidders are required to complete multiple forms, including an EORC Participation Form, vendor contact sheet, registration form, and W-9. Purchase orders will be F.O.B. Destination, and the city retains the right to reject any or all bids. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the bid allows for optional installation services, suggesting flexibility in total project costs. The water fountains are manufactured by Most Dependable Fountains, Inc., with multiple model variations available in various pedestal configurations and finish options including powder coat colors like green, blue, black, red, yellow, orange, brown, and white. The fountains are designed to operate at 30-80 PSI, with an ideal operating pressure of 60 PSI, and feature maintenance-free reinforced nylobraid tubing and water filters. Shipping weights for the various models range from 100 to 245 pounds, providing potential vendors with comprehensive technical and logistical information for their bid preparation.