Description
The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans is seeking qualified vendors to supply a broad range of brass water service fittings (e.g., couplings, valves, stops, tees) for a two‑year contract with three optional one‑year renewals. The contract will be awarded on a best‑value basis, with the lowest responsive bidder receiving the award, but the Board may split awards or select a second‑lowest bidder if delivery timelines are not met. Bidders must provide samples for any non‑listed manufacturers, adhere to strict material composition specifications (ASTM B62), and label fittings with “NL” and “SWBNO.” Deliveries are FOB the Board’s central yard in New Orleans, packaged no more than 25 fittings per box. The solicitation includes a non‑mandatory pre‑bid conference (Oct 27 2026) and a firm‑price requirement for 90 days after bid opening. The contract includes DBE participation goals (30 %) and extensive insurance, indemnity, and compliance requirements.
• Supply of brass water service fittings per detailed spec list (various series from Ford Meter Box, A.Y. McDonald, Mueller)
• Contract term: 2 years with up to three 1‑year renewal options (max 5 years)
• Delivery FOB SWBNO Central Yard, 2900 Peoples Ave., New Orleans, LA 70122
• Mandatory labeling (“NL”, “SWBNO”) and material composition (86‑91 % Cu, 4‑6 % Sn, ≤0.09 % Pb, 2‑6 % Zn, 1.7‑2.7 % Bi)
• Pre‑bid conference Oct 27 2026 (non‑mandatory) – virtual option via Teams
• Bid submission deadline Nov 11 2026, 11:00 AM CST, hard‑copy only
• DBE goal: 30 % of contract value
• Insurance minimums: $1 M per occurrence (CGL, Workers’ Comp, Auto, E&O)
• Price adjustments allowed only via PPI index during renewal negotiations