The City of Independence, Missouri's, Water Department sought a qualified supplier to provide 700 feet of 36-inch Class 51 Push On Cast Ductile Iron pipe. The pipe must be fabricated, lined, and coated by the pipe manufacturer, and the cost of shipping/freight should be included in the cost for the pipe. The contract was awarded to U.S. Pipe and Foundry, the sole bidder. Key aspects of the contract include:
• The pipe must meet specific ANSI/AWWA specifications for ductile iron pipe.
• The pipe will be furnished cement lined, seal coated inside, and bituminous coated outside.
• The supplier must provide the pipe ready for delivery two weeks after bids are opened.
• The contract value is estimated to be around $140,343.00.