Fayette County Fire Hydrant Repair and Replacement Services - ITB 26020-B (2025)
Fayette CountyCounty · Fayette County, GA- Due
- Oct 7, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2025
- Primary contact
- Colette Cobb
- (770) 305-5420
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Fayette County is soliciting bids from qualified licensed utility contractors for fire hydrant repair and replacement services within the Fayette County Water System (FCWS) service area. The work includes evaluating, repairing, or replacing approximately 85 nonfunctional or poorly functioning fire hydrants, valve boxes, and related water distribution system appurtenances in accordance with FCWS Standards and Specifications, AWWA 17, and NFPA 291. Requirements involve utility locates via 811, temporary traffic control, site restoration, and a 24-month workmanship guarantee. Submissions require a 5% bid bond, pricing sheet, company information, and contractor affidavit under O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b)(1). Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
Lowest responsive, responsible bidder, payment terms, vendor qualifications and experience, quality, references, exceptions listed
SUMMARY
Fayette County is soliciting bids from qualified licensed utility contractors for fire hydrant repair and replacement services within the Fayette County Water System (FCWS) service area.
The work includes evaluating, repairing, or replacing approximately 85 nonfunctional or poorly functioning fire hydrants, valve boxes, and related water distribution system appurtenances in accordance with FCWS Standards and Specifications, AWWA 17, and NFPA 291. Requirements involve utility locates via 811, temporary traffic control, site restoration, and a 24-month workmanship guarantee. Submissions require a 5% bid bond, pricing sheet, company information, and contractor affidavit under O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b)(1). Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Lowest responsive
- Responsible bidder
- Payment terms
- Vendor qualifications and experience
- Quality
- References
- Exceptions listed
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Company information
- Contractor Affidavit under O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b)(1)
- Pricing sheet
- Bid Bond
- List of exceptions
- References
- Addenda
- Submit to
- Fayette County Purchasing Department, 140 Stonewall Avenue West, Suite 204, Fayetteville, GA 30214
- Scope location
- Fayetteville, GA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Fayette County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 7, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Fayette County Purchasing Department, 140 Stonewall Avenue West, Suite 204, Fayetteville, GA 30214. For questions, contact Colette Cobb.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Fayette County in GA, 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 IFB 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 Colette Cobb at (770) 305-5420. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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, responsible bidder, payment terms, vendor qualifications and experience, quality, references, exceptions listed" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fayette County?
All active and historical solicitations from Fayette County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Fayette County 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 IFB?
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: Company information, Contractor Affidavit under O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b)(1), Pricing sheet, Bid Bond, List of exceptions, References, Addenda. Review the full document from Fayette County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fayetteville, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.