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City of Calera Solicits Bids for Rainbird Irrigation System Installation at Fire Station 1

The City of Calera, Alabama, is seeking bids for the installation of a complete irrigation system at Calera Fire Station 1. - Government Buyer: - City of Calera, Alabama (local government) - OEMs and Vendors: - Rainbird (specified for pop-up sprinklers, rotors, and smart/weather-based controllers) - Products/Services Requested: - Rainbird commercial-grade pop-up sprinklers and rotors - Rainbird smart or weather-based irrigation controller - Rain/freeze sensor - Commercial-grade PVC or poly pipe - Backflow-prevention assembly (must comply with Alabama codes) - Complete installation, testing, and demonstration of the irrigation system - Unique or Notable Requirements: - System must cover turf, landscaping beds, and hard-to-reach areas with multiple irrigation zones - Connection to a new water meter, pressure balancing, and zone optimization required - System must be programmed with recommended run times - Contractors must locate utilities, minimize disruption to fire station operations, and repair disturbed landscaping - Minimum one-year warranty on workmanship and installed components - Mandatory pre-bid meeting attendance required - Detailed proposals must include cost breakdowns, installation process, specifications, manufacturer details, references, and warranty information - Installation, testing, and commissioning must be completed within 30 calendar days after award and approval

Description

The City of Calera is soliciting sealed bids from qualified contractors to furnish and install a complete irrigation system at Calera Fire Station 1, located at 9648 Hwy 25, Calera, AL 35040. The project requires installation of a backflow-prevention assembly, irrigation zones covering turf and landscaping, commercial-grade components including Rainbird sprinklers and controllers, connection to a new water meter, system pressure balancing, programming, and full testing. Contractors must also locate utilities, minimize disruption, repair landscaping, and provide a one-year warranty. The system must be installed, tested, and operational within 30 calendar days after bid award and approval.

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