3/4″ Copper Linesetters – March 17, 2026

This procurement concerns the purchase of 2,400 units of 3/4‑inch copper linesetters equipped with dual‑check valves for Central Alabama Water’s water‑distribution infrastructure. The agency issued a competitive bid (BID 26‑12‑06) with a submission deadline of March 17 2026, received seven bids, and identified Empire Pipe & Supply of Tuscaloosa, AL as the lowest responsible and responsive bidder at $168.08 per unit (total $403,392) with a four‑week lead time. The acquisition is a pure supply purchase—no installation, testing, or service components are included. Lead‑time considerations were used to break a price tie, and the agency is seeking final approval to award the contract.