City of Calera Irrigation System Installation Bid 2026 - Fire Station 1
City of CaleraCity · Calera, AL- Due
- Jun 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Drew Charcandy
The 30-second brief
The City of Calera is soliciting sealed bids for the installation of a complete irrigation system at Calera Fire Station 1, located at 9648 Hwy 25, Calera, AL. The scope includes providing all labor and materials for a fully functional system featuring Rain Bird brand pop-up sprinklers, rotors, and smart controllers, along with backflow prevention and rain/freeze sensors. Contractors are responsible for utility marking, landscape repair, and providing a minimum one-year warranty. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. onsite. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the City of Calera by June 9, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Central Time. The project must be completed within 30 calendar days after award.
Cost breakdown, Installation process description, Component specifications, Two references, Warranty information
Total project cost, quality of components, contractor experience, installation timeline, warranty terms
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Summary
The City of Calera is soliciting sealed bids for the installation of a complete irrigation system at Calera Fire Station 1, located at 9648 Hwy 25, Calera, AL. The scope includes providing all labor and materials for a fully functional system featuring Rain Bird brand pop-up sprinklers, rotors, and smart controllers, along with backflow prevention and rain/freeze sensors.
Contractors are responsible for utility marking, landscape repair, and providing a minimum one-year warranty. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. onsite. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the City of Calera by June 9, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Central Time. The project must be completed within 30 calendar days after award.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Total project cost
- Quality of components
- Contractor experience
- Installation timeline
- Warranty terms
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Cost breakdown
- Installation process description
- Component specifications
- Two references
- Warranty information
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- As-built diagrams
- Materials list
- Proof of insurance
- City of Calera Business License
- Submit to
- 7901 Highway 31, Calera, AL 35040
- Scope location
- Calera, AL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Calera?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 9, 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: 7901 Highway 31, Calera, AL 35040. For questions, contact Drew Charcandy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Calera 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 Drew Charcandy. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cost breakdown, Installation process description, Component specifications, Two references, Warranty information. 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: "Total project cost, quality of components, contractor experience, installation timeline, warranty terms" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Calera?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Calera are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Calera regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: As-built diagrams, materials list, proof of insurance, City of Calera Business License. Review the full document from City of Calera for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Calera, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.