Pipe Coating

The City of Tucson has awarded a contract to A-O Painting, Inc. for pipe coating services. The contract has a term of two years, with the option to renew for an additional four one-year periods. The contractor will provide powder coating services for steel piping, and all products used must be NSF approved for potable water use. The City will transport steel piping to and from the contractor. The contract includes a pricing proposal and technical proposal from the contractor, as well as a list of terms and conditions. Some key points include: • The contractor must provide insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, commercial automobile liability, and workers' compensation. • The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Tucson Procurement Code. • The contractor must maintain accurate records and allow the City to audit their books and records. • The City may terminate the contract at any time with thirty days' written notice. • The contractor must pay their employees the highest of the City of Tucson minimum wage, the State of Arizona minimum wage, or the federal minimum wage. • The contractor must cooperate with the City's Labor Standards Unit to ensure compliance with applicable labor standards. The contract also includes a warranty provision, which requires the contractor to warrant that all materials or services delivered under the contract conform to the specifications of the contract.