City of Orting - Backflow Assembly Testing Services - 3 Year Contract - PW2026-2028-02 (2026)
City of OrtingCity · Orting, WA- Due
- Apr 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Glen Palacios
- (253) 385-9154
The 30-second brief
The City of Orting is seeking bids for backflow assembly testing services for commercial, residential, and City-owned backflow assemblies under a 3-year contract (Project No. PW2026-2028-02, Budget Item 401-534-60-48-00). The work includes testing, minor repairs, recording, and tagging backflow assemblies, as well as providing completed BAT reports and recommended corrective actions. Bids are due by April 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Orting City Hall, 104 Bridge St S, Orting, WA 98360 or via mail to PO Box 489, Orting, WA 98360. Requirements include WSDOH Certified Backflow Tester Certification, certified test kits information and calibration reports, a list of certified staff or subcontractors, City business license, prevailing wage compliance, and insurance coverage including commercial general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate) and automobile liability ($1,000,000 per accident).
Completed / written BAT report within 15 days of scheduled maintenance date; Recommended corrective action on each BAT report; Utilization of test reports provided by the City including property address, Owner information, And assembly location.
Lowest responsive and responsible bid per RCW 39.04.350 based on unit prices per estimated quantities
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Summary
The City of Orting is seeking bids for backflow assembly testing services for commercial, residential, and City-owned backflow assemblies under a 3-year contract (Project No.
PW2026-2028-02, Budget Item 401-534-60-48-00). The work includes testing, minor repairs, recording, and tagging backflow assemblies, as well as providing completed BAT reports and recommended corrective actions. Bids are due by April 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Orting City Hall, 104 Bridge St S, Orting, WA 98360 or via mail to PO Box 489, Orting, WA 98360. Requirements include WSDOH Certified Backflow Tester Certification, certified test kits information and calibration reports, a list of certified staff or subcontractors, City business license, prevailing wage compliance, and insurance coverage including commercial general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate) and automobile liability ($1,000,000 per accident).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bid per RCW 39.04.350 based on unit prices per estimated quantities
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Completed / written BAT report within 15 days of scheduled maintenance date
- Recommended corrective action on each BAT report
- Utilization of test reports provided by the City including property address, Owner information, And assembly location
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
All of Section 2 Pages 5-13 including Scope of Work and Acknowledgement, Part 3 Bidder Qualifications, Certification of Compliance, and Part 4 Contractor Acknowledgement and Compliance; Section 3 Price Sheet Page 14; WSDOH Certified Backflow Tester Certification; Certified test kits information and calibration reports; List of certified staff employed or existing agreements with subcontractors.
- Submit to
- Orting City Hall, 104 Bridge St S, Orting, WA 98360; mailing: PO Box 489, Orting, WA 98360
- Scope location
- Orting, WA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Orting?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 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: Orting City Hall, 104 Bridge St S, Orting, WA 98360; mailing: PO Box 489, Orting, WA 98360. For questions, contact Glen Palacios.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Orting in WA, 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 Glen Palacios at (253) 385-9154. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Completed / written BAT report within 15 days of scheduled maintenance date; Recommended corrective action on each BAT report; Utilization of test reports provided by the City including property address, Owner information, And assembly location.. 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 bid per RCW 39.04.350 based on unit prices per estimated quantities" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Orting?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Orting are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Orting 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 3 years. 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: All of Section 2 Pages 5-13 including Scope of Work and Acknowledgement, Part 3 Bidder Qualifications, Certification of Compliance, and Part 4 Contractor Acknowledgement and Compliance; Section 3 Pric. Review the full document from City of Orting for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orting, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.