Central Alabama Water - Ultrasonic Type Meters (2 inch and larger) - 26-12-14 (2026)
Central Alabama WaterUtility District · Birmingham, AL- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Connie Lee
The 30-second brief
Central Alabama Water (CAW) is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of Ultrasonic Type Meters (2" and larger) meeting AWWA Standard C715 and NSF Standard 372 and NSF 61 Annex G across its 5-county service area. Estimated quantities include 1700-2", 200-4", 10-6", 20-8", 5-10", and 2-12" meters featuring IP68-rated waterproof/submersible ultrasonic metrology, AMI readiness for Temetra Mobile Device Management Software integration via APIs, and a 10-year accuracy guarantee. The initial contract term is for one (1) year with optional one-year extensions. Bids are due by 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Purchasing Department located at 3600 First Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35222.
Ultrasonic Type Meters (2", 4", 6", 8", 10", 12"), Endpoints, Antennas, Adapters, Communication modules, AMI services, Monthly charges breakdown for reading and meter data access over 10 years
Lowest responsive and responsible supplier(s), individual or total cost of bid basis
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Summary
Central Alabama Water (CAW) is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of Ultrasonic Type Meters (2" and larger) meeting AWWA Standard C715 and NSF Standard 372 and NSF 61 Annex G across its 5-county service area.
Estimated quantities include 1700-2", 200-4", 10-6", 20-8", 5-10", and 2-12" meters featuring IP68-rated waterproof/submersible ultrasonic metrology, AMI readiness for Temetra Mobile Device Management Software integration via APIs, and a 10-year accuracy guarantee. The initial contract term is for one (1) year with optional one-year extensions. Bids are due by 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Purchasing Department located at 3600 First Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35222.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible supplier(s), individual or total cost of bid basis
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Ultrasonic Type Meters (2", 4", 6", 8", 10", 12"), Endpoints, Antennas, Adapters, Communication modules, AMI services, Monthly charges breakdown for reading and meter data access over 10 years
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Executed copy of the applicable Receipt of Bid Package
- Bid Forms
- Supplier Information Form
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- E-Verify documentation
- Non-discrimination policy execution
- Funds Paid and Conflict of Interest Agreement
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department of Central Alabama Water (CAW), 3600 First Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35222
- Scope location
- Birmingham, Alabama
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Central Alabama Water?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Purchasing Department of Central Alabama Water (CAW), 3600 First Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35222. For questions, contact Connie Lee.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Central Alabama Water in AL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Connie Lee. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Ultrasonic Type Meters (2", 4", 6", 8", 10", 12"), Endpoints, Antennas, Adapters, Communication modules, AMI services, Monthly charges breakdown for reading and meter data access over 10 years. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible supplier(s), individual or total cost of bid basis" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Alabama Water?
All active and historical solicitations from Central Alabama Water are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Central Alabama Water regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: executed copy of the applicable Receipt of Bid Package, Bid Forms, Supplier Information Form, Certification Regarding Debarment, E-Verify documentation, non-discrimination policy execution, Funds Paid. Review the full document from Central Alabama Water for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Birmingham, Alabama. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.