Water Maintenance Materials

The Town of New Castle's Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking bids for an annual requirements contract for water maintenance materials through a competitive procurement process (Bid DPW 2025-03). This solicitation covers a comprehensive range of water distribution system infrastructure components, including hydrants, gate valves, ductile iron pipe, tees, repair clamps, couplings, corporation and curb cocks, valve boxes, and chemical sewer maintenance products. Specific technical requirements mandate that hydrants must be Mueller Super Centurion for mechanical joint and Kennedy Valve K81 AW for screw-in types, with no authorized substitutions permitted. The bid will be received until 11:00 a.m. EST on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Town Hall, with bidders required to submit one original and four copies of their bid package. Bid documents will be available starting June 13, 2025, on the BidNetDirect website and at the Town Clerk's office, with all materials required to meet American Water Works Association (AWWA) specifications. Awards will be made independently for each item to the lowest responsible bidder, with the Town reserving the right to reject any or all submissions.

Bidders must include several mandatory certifications with their submissions, including a Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, Certification of Compliance with the Iranian Divestment Act, and Sexual Harassment Written Policy & Training Certification. The contract will have a base term through May 31, 2026, with pricing to remain firm during this period, and potential for a one-year extension using the Northeast Consumer Price Index (CPI) for price adjustments. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the bid process appears open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and certification requirements. The estimated annual quantities for items range from 2 to 36 units, suggesting a moderate-scale procurement with potential for multiple vendor awards. Although specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the bid and the variety of infrastructure materials indicate a significant municipal investment in water distribution system maintenance and improvement.