Bid on Mechanical Restrained Seated Gate Valves (Various Sizes)

This contract concerns the replenishment of stock Mechanical‑Restrained‑Joint (M.R.J.) Resilient‑Seated Gate Valves for the City of Dothan Utilities Department. The solicitation called for valves in multiple sizes (3‑, 4‑, 6‑, 8‑, 10‑inch) with quantities that may vary slightly, all sourced from Mueller and required to be delivered within two weeks of order receipt. The award recommendation favored Empire Pipe & Supply as the lowest responsible bidder, with total quoted pricing of approximately $49,071 for the primary valve line and an additional $53,025 for an M&H valve line, yielding a combined estimated contract value near $102,000. • Scope: procurement of in‑stock mechanical gate valves (various diameters) and related M&H valve line. • Delivery: 2‑week lead time after order receipt; sealed bids were required, and late submissions were disqualified. • Vendor: Empire Pipe & Supply (recommended award despite bid disqualification).