2026 Resilient Gate Water Valves

The City of Rutland, Vermont is soliciting bids for the purchase of resilient gate water valves. The bid deadline is 4:00 p.m. on March 5, 2026, and the bids will be opened on March 6, 2026. The City is seeking valves that meet specific technical requirements, including: * Resilient seated type with non-rising stems and fully encapsulated rubber gates * Epoxy coated and made of ductile or cast iron * Conform to American Water Works Association (AWWA) standards * Designed for direct burial and capable of withstanding input torque without distortion * Valve stem and stem nut made of low zinc bronze or approved equal material * Gate and valve seats made of gray iron, ductile iron, or bronze * Fully encapsulated in rubber and bonded or vulcanized to the gate * Guides and guide inserts made of suitable material * Capable of being used for throttling without chatter, vibration, or wear The City is requesting pricing for valves in sizes 4"-12" and is seeking bids for both individual valves and pallet quantities of 6", 8", 10", and 12" valves. The bidder must provide pricing for each size and type of valve, as well as the quantity per pallet. The bid must include the following: * Manufacturer's affidavit of compliance * Manufacturer's certifications attesting to the valve's performance and capabilities * Maintenance manuals and parts lists * Certified drawings for each size and type of valve The City reserves the right to inspect and test the valves to ensure compliance with the specifications, and any valve found not to conform will be rejected and must be replaced at no cost to the City. Acceptable brands and model numbers include: * Clow Valve Co. Model F-6100 * Kennedy Valve Model 7571 * Mueller Co. Model A-2361 Series * J&S Valve Series 6000 The bid must be signed and dated, and the bidder must provide their address, title, and contact information.