Fire Hydrants & Extensions

The Emerald Coast Utilities Authority is seeking bids for the provision of fire hydrants and extensions. The contract will be for a period of one year, with two optional one-year extensions. The authority is looking for a supplier who can provide fire hydrants that meet the specifications outlined in the bid document, including compliance with the AWWA C-502 standard. The supplier will be required to provide complete drawings, parts listings, and repair kit listings, as well as flow data for the proposed fire hydrant. • The fire hydrants must be manufactured to the latest design in accordance with the current AWWA standard C-502. • The hydrant must be a dry-barrel hydrant with compression shutoff. • The hydrant top section shall be red, and the bonnet and nozzle caps shall be white. • The hydrant shall have a 6-inch, standard mechanical joint inlet. • The hydrant shall open against system pressure when the operating nut is turned counterclockwise and close with system pressure when the operating nut is turned clockwise.