Well Column Pipes

Broward County is requesting bids on an open-end indefinite-quantity contract for new well column pipes for the Water and Wastewater Services and other county agencies under ITB OPN2131840B1, with bids due June 23, 2026. Procurement preferences for certified Small Business Enterprises (SBE) and County Business Enterprises (CBE) apply — a certified SBE or CBE vendor submitting a responsive and responsible bid within ten percent of the lowest non-certified bid shall be offered the opportunity to match that bid and, if matched, shall be recommended for award. Local preference under Broward County Code Section 1-74 also applies to vendors maintaining a physical business address within Broward County limits for at least one year preceding the bid posting date.

The scope is supply and delivery of new (not used or refurbished) well column pipes conforming to ASTM A53 Grade B Schedule 30 steel, available in 6, 8, 10, and 12-inch diameters with 8 threads per inch, threaded both ends with coupling on one end, and internal and external coating of 3M Scotchkote 134 fusion bonded epoxy or approved equal. All pipes must include plastic weather protection caps and be NSF compliant. Vendors must be manufacturer-authorized stocking distributors with supporting documentation provided within five business days of county request. Pricing shall be submitted as a fixed percentage discount from the most current manufacturer's published price list on an F.O.B. Destination basis, inclusive of all freight, fuel, insurance, and tariffs, with delivery desired within quoted timeframe during Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m., excluding county holidays. A minimum one-year standard manufacturer warranty is required beginning upon shipment receipt.

The initial contract term begins on award date or October 22, 2026, whichever is later, and extends for one year. The Director of Purchasing may renew the contract for four additional one-year periods subject to vendor acceptance, satisfactory performance, and the director's determination that renewal serves the county's interest. No price increases are permitted during the initial contract period; for renewals, vendors may request increases limited to the Consumer Price Index or Producer Price Index change for the Miami-Fort Lauderdale area upon 90 days' written notice. No guaranteed minimum purchase quantity exists. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, though the county reserves the right to award on a group or item-by-item basis.

Vendors must submit responses electronically through BPRO by the June 23 deadline and are encouraged to submit in advance. Required submittals include Litigation History disclosure (three years prior), Domestic Partnership Act Certification, Anti-Human Trafficking Affidavit, Location Certification, Vendor Questionnaire, proof of insurance, and all technical documentation. General Liability insurance with $500,000 per occurrence and $500,000 aggregate, Auto Liability at $500,000 combined limits (if applicable), and Workers' Compensation at statutory limits with $100,000 Employers' Liability minimum are required, with Broward County named as Additional Insured and primary coverage provided. A Certificate of Insurance must be submitted with the response or within three business days of request. Broward County's Cone of Silence Ordinance prohibits all communications regarding the solicitation among vendors, vendor representatives, county staff, and Commissioner offices from solicitation advertisement through award.