City of Fernley - Fire Hydrant Flow Testing Contract - 2026
City of FernleyCity · Fernley, NV- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lina Farmer
- (775) 784-9932
The 30-second brief
The City of Fernley is seeking a qualified contractor to perform flow testing on approximately 1,178 City-owned fire hydrants located throughout the City of Fernley, Nevada. Privately owned fire hydrants are excluded from the scope. The work requires providing all labor, supervision, equipment, testing instruments, tools, supplies, vehicles, traffic control, safety measures, data collection, and documentation necessary to complete the project. Testing shall be performed in accordance with applicable industry standards and City-approved procedures. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Bids shall be submitted to the City of Fernley Utilities Department located at 595 Silver Lace Boulevard, Fernley, NV 89408. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the Total Base Bid.
Electronic testing records in Microsoft Excel or another City-approved format, A PDF copy of the completed testing report, A summary identifying the number of hydrants tested, A list of hydrants that could not be tested, A list of identified deficiencies, A record of conditions reported to the City for immediate attention
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the Total Base Bid
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Summary
The City of Fernley is seeking a qualified contractor to perform flow testing on approximately 1,178 City-owned fire hydrants located throughout the City of Fernley, Nevada.
Privately owned fire hydrants are excluded from the scope. The work requires providing all labor, supervision, equipment, testing instruments, tools, supplies, vehicles, traffic control, safety measures, data collection, and documentation necessary to complete the project. Testing shall be performed in accordance with applicable industry standards and City-approved procedures. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Bids shall be submitted to the City of Fernley Utilities Department located at 595 Silver Lace Boulevard, Fernley, NV 89408. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the Total Base Bid.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the Total Base Bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Electronic testing records in Microsoft Excel or another City-approved format, A PDF copy of the completed testing report, A summary identifying the number of hydrants tested, A list of hydrants that could not be tested, A list of identified deficiencies, A record of conditions reported to the City for immediate attention
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid Form
- Copy of Nevada Contractor's License
- Copy of Nevada State Business License
- Qualification Statement
- Acknowledgement of All Addenda Issued
- Nevada Local Government Purchasing Preference Affidavit
- References
- Sample fire-hydrant testing report
- Submit to
- City of Fernley Utilities Department, 595 Silver Lace Boulevard, Fernley, NV 89408
- Scope location
- Fernley, NV
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Fernley?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 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: City of Fernley Utilities Department, 595 Silver Lace Boulevard, Fernley, NV 89408. For questions, contact Lina Farmer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Fernley in NV, 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 Lina Farmer at (775) 784-9932. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Electronic testing records in Microsoft Excel or another City-approved format, A PDF copy of the completed testing report, A summary identifying the number of hydrants tested, A list of hydrants that could not be tested, A list of identified deficiencies, A record of conditions reported to the City. 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 bidder based on the Total Base Bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Fernley?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Fernley are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Fernley 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: Bid Form, Copy of Nevada Contractor's License, Copy of Nevada State Business License, Qualification Statement, Acknowledgement of All Addenda Issued, Nevada Local Government Purchasing Preference Affi. Review the full document from City of Fernley for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fernley, NV. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.