Fire Hydrants, Extension Kits, and Repair Kits

The City of Richmond, Virginia, is seeking bids from qualified firms to furnish and deliver certain fire hydrants, extension kits, and repair parts to the Department of Public Utilities (DPU). The City has standardized its fire hydrants to only accept two types of fire hydrants: the Mueller A421 (primary) and the American Darling MK73 (backup). The bid includes a list of required items, including fire hydrants, extension kits, and repair kits. The City requires that all fire hydrants conform to specific standards, including AWWA C-502 Standard for Dry Barrel Fire Hydrants and Underwriters Laboratories (UL) listed and Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM) approved. The bid also includes instructions for bidders, including requirements for delivery, payment, and warranty. Some key points to consider: • The City is seeking bids for a variety of fire hydrant-related items, including fire hydrants, extension kits, and repair kits. • The City has standardized its fire hydrants to only accept two types of fire hydrants: the Mueller A421 (primary) and the American Darling MK73 (backup). • The bid includes specific requirements for the fire hydrants, including conformance to AWWA C-502 Standard for Dry Barrel Fire Hydrants and Underwriters Laboratories (UL) listed and Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM) approved. • The City requires that all deliveries be made to the DPU Warehouse facility, and that deliveries be accepted Monday through Thursday, excluding City holidays, between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM, EST. • The bid includes a warranty requirement, with all goods warranted against defective parts and materials for a minimum of one (1) year from the date of acceptance.