Water Treatment Plant Valve Replacement Materials

The City of Charlotte through Charlotte Water is seeking bids for Water Treatment Plant Valve Replacement Materials at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant's 24 Module (West Module 1), specifically procuring thirty-nine (39) Rectangular Butterfly Valves and eight (8) mud valves. The project involves replacing existing valves with new rectangular butterfly valves and fabricated stainless steel slide gates, with precise technical specifications requiring valves ranging from 6-inch to 60-inch sizes. Bidders must provide comprehensive unit pricing inclusive of shipping, delivery, discounts, markup, and storage, with no additional charges permitted. The solicitation (ITB# FY26-ITB-04) requires electronic submission through the Bonfire Procurement Portal by October 8, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with an anticipated contract effective date of January 1, 2026. Evaluation criteria will include vendor qualifications, experience, quality, delivery capabilities, and workmanship, with the City reserving the right to make multiple contract awards to ensure comprehensive fulfillment of current and future requirements.

The procurement includes provisions for Minority/Women/Small Business Enterprise (MWSBE) participation, requiring bidders to document outreach and inclusion efforts for City-certified Small Business Enterprises (SBE), Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBE), and Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBE). Vendors must provide a full-time Account Executive dedicated to servicing the City and commit to immediate communication and resolution capabilities. The contract mandates a minimum one-year warranty and compliance with ANSI/NSF 61 standards for drinking water applications. Successful bidders must provide comprehensive documentation, including shop drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and certification of compliance. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive technical specifications and multiple valve requirements suggest a significant infrastructure investment. The City will require vendors to demonstrate robust technical capabilities, with manufacturers needing to provide detailed testing documentation and prove their ability to meet stringent water treatment facility valve replacement specifications.