Description
The City of Columbus is seeking contractors to perform on‑site butt‑fusion repair of 8‑inch HDPE (SDR 17) pipe at its Compost Facility. The work includes providing all labor, tools, equipment, a free‑standing power source, and conducting the fusion process in accordance with manufacturer specifications (440‑450 °F, 75 psi) while ensuring joint strength meets or exceeds pipe tensile strength. Vendors must inspect pipe for defects, reject any defective material, and operate within a City‑provided 200 ft × 80 ft paved workspace. The agreement is an Indefinite Quantity Agreement capped at $20,000, with a funds‑expiration of November 1 2027 and a requirement to be ready within four weeks of PO issuance.
• Provide butt‑fusion repair services for 8‑inch HDPE pipe, using only approved methods.
• Supply all labor, equipment, and a portable power source; work on a pre‑defined paved area.
• Meet technical specifications (temperature, pressure, joint strength) and perform defect inspections.
• Contract is an IQA with a $20k ceiling; all funds must be obligated before 11/1/2027.
• Vendor must hold Ohio BWC insurance, appropriate contractor licenses, and general liability coverage.