Forsyth County - Water Meter Replacement and Repair - IF27114 - 2026
Forsyth CountyCounty · Winston-Salem, NC- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Julian Brooks
- (336) 399-2618
The 30-second brief
The City of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County Utilities Department is seeking a qualified contractor for the Water Meter Replacement and Repair project, IF27114. The scope of work includes providing all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, materials, transportation, and incidental services to remove existing large water meters and install new Sensus Omni Plus Ultrasonic Meters. The contract covers replacing and rehabilitating 182 total meters across five large sizes: 3-inch, 4-inch, 6-inch, 8-inch, and 10-inch meters, along with associated gate valves, bypasses, DI pipe and fittings, gaskets, vaults, and drainage maintenance over a 5-year term. Bids are due by November 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with technical questions due by November 17, 2026. Contractors must be properly licensed general contractors under Chapter 87 of the North Carolina General Statutes and provide proof of insurance and a non-collusion affidavit.
3-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter, 4-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter, 6-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter, 8-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter, 10-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder based on total sum total, taking into consideration quality, performance, and time specified
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Summary
The City of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County Utilities Department is seeking a qualified contractor for the Water Meter Replacement and Repair project, IF27114.
The scope of work includes providing all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, materials, transportation, and incidental services to remove existing large water meters and install new Sensus Omni Plus Ultrasonic Meters. The contract covers replacing and rehabilitating 182 total meters across five large sizes: 3-inch, 4-inch, 6-inch, 8-inch, and 10-inch meters, along with associated gate valves, bypasses, DI pipe and fittings, gaskets, vaults, and drainage maintenance over a 5-year term. Bids are due by November 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with technical questions due by November 17, 2026. Contractors must be properly licensed general contractors under Chapter 87 of the North Carolina General Statutes and provide proof of insurance and a non-collusion affidavit.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Lowest responsible
- Responsive bidder based on total sum total
- Taking into consideration quality
- Performance
- Time specified
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- 3-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter
- 4-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter
- 6-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter
- 8-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter
- 10-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid Proposal page with prices written or typed
- Bid Authorization page with notarized signature
- Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder
- Addenda
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Winston-Salem, NC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Forsyth County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Julian Brooks.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Forsyth County in NC, 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 Julian Brooks at (336) 399-2618. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 3-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter, 4-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter, 6-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter, 8-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter, 10-inch Sensus Omni Ultrasonic Meter. 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 responsible, responsive bidder based on total sum total, taking into consideration quality, performance, and time specified" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Forsyth County?
All active and historical solicitations from Forsyth County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Forsyth County 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 23, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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 Proposal page with prices written or typed, Bid Authorization page with notarized signature, Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder, Addenda. Review the full document from Forsyth 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: Winston-Salem, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
