Description
Central Alabama Water is procuring approximately 4,000 ultrasonic water meters (various diameters) together with AMI‑ready communication endpoints and a 12‑month subscription service for data access. The meters must meet AWWA C715, NSF 372/61, IP68, 150 psi, and be fully compatible with the Temetra head‑end system. The contract is a one‑year initial term, renewable annually, and includes freight‑prepaid delivery to the utility’s distribution center. Bidders must submit a sealed bid, a 5 % bid bond (capped at $10,000), complete the mandatory cost worksheet, and meet testing and handling‑fee obligations for any non‑conforming units.
• Scope: ultrasonic meters (5/8” × 1/2”, 5/8” × 3/4”, 3/4” × 3/4”, 1”) plus 4,000 data‑endpoint devices and a monthly SaaS subscription.
• Technical: AWWA C715, NSF 372/61, IP68, 150 psi, AMI‑ready, API integration with Temetra; optional cellular or fixed‑network radios.
• Key dates: pre‑bid conference June 30 2026 (non‑mandatory), questions due June 30 2026, sealed‑bid receipt July 16 2026 10:00 AM, contract term 1 year with extensions.
• Financial: no ceiling price; lowest evaluated bid (Itron) ~ $973 k; bid bond required; $25 handling charge per failed meter; monthly subscription $0.51 per endpoint.