Grand Prairie Planet bids #RFB #26037

Procurement of Automated Meter Test Bench for Municipal Water Meter Testing

This opportunity seeks a specialized meter test bench for municipal water meter testing by the City of Grand Prairie Utility Customer Service Water Department. - Buyer: City of Grand Prairie Utility Customer Service Water Department, Purchasing Division - Products Requested: - Meter Test Bench (capable of testing 5/8” to 2” meters, positive-displacement and ultrasonic types) - Must be automated, high-accuracy, and compliant with AWWA C700 and C715 standards - Designed for daily operational use and meter accuracy verification - One hour of training for meter test bench operation - Optional five-year extended warranty (following initial manufacturer's warranty) - Services Requested: - On-site installation and commissioning - Maintenance service to ensure operational tolerances - Repair service for fault correction (excluding upgrades) - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must have at least two years of relevant business experience and provide three references - Equipment must comply with AWWA standards and best practices (AWWA Manual M6) - Delivery and performance to begin within five days after contract execution - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; procurement is open to all qualified manufacturers - Place of performance and delivery: City of Grand Prairie Purchasing Division, 300 W. Main Street, Grand Prairie, Texas 75050

Description

The City of Grand Prairie is soliciting bids for a small meter test bench capable of testing 5/8” through 2” meters, including positive-displacement and ultrasonic meters. The system must provide automated, high-accuracy testing suitable for municipal meter testing programs and comply with AWWA standards. The equipment should be designed for daily use by municipal utility staff and provide accurate, repeatable results for meter accuracy verification and customer dispute investigations. Bids are due by April 14, 2026, and will be opened via Zoom.

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