City of Battle Creek soliciting bids for annual requirements of hydrants, repair parts, and water distribution inventory parts. Contract term up to five years. Bids due November 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM local time via online bid management system. No substitutions allowed; exact approved manufacturers and models required. Prices all-inclusive, F. O. B. delivered. Payment within 30 days of correct invoice. Bid protest must be received within 10 business days after award notification.
Bids must be in the purchasing department's actual possession by the method indicated herein, on or prior to the exact time and date indicated above. bids must be submitted through our secure online bid management website
Payment shall be made monthly, or at the end of each project, within 30 days of the submittal of a correct invoice for goods received or work performed. payment shall be made monthly, or at the end of each project, within 30 days of the submittal of a correct invoice
The bid will be awarded to that responsible, responsive bidder whose bid, conforming to this solicitation, will be most advantageous to the city, price and other factors considered. most advantageous to the city, price and other factors considered
In evaluating bids, the city shall consider the qualifications of the bidders, and, where applicable, operating costs, delivery time, maintenance requirements, performance data, and guarantees of materials and equipment. the city shall consider the qualifications of the bidders
Protests about the bid procedure must be in writing and received no later than ten business days after notification regarding the contract award decision. received no later than ten business days after notification regarding the contract award decision
Submission of additional terms, conditions or agreements with the bid document is grounds for deeming a bid nonresponsive and may result in bid rejection. submission of additional terms, conditions or agreements with the bid document is grounds for deeming a bid nonresponsive