Opportunity

City of Columbus #RFQ033315

Columbus Division of Water Seeks Kennedy Fire Hydrants and Parts (K11, K10B, 1280)

Posted

August 06, 2026

Respond By

August 13, 2026

Identifier

RFQ033315

NAICS

423990

The City of Columbus Division of Water is seeking bids for a multi-year contract to supply Kennedy Fire Hydrants and a comprehensive range of Kennedy hydrant parts for water line and hydrant maintenance. - Government Buyer: - City of Columbus, Division of Water - OEM Highlight: - Kennedy Valve is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for all hydrants and parts - Products Requested: - Kennedy Fire Hydrants - Kennedy K11, K10B, and 1280 hydrant parts, including: - Alemite Fittings (200 units) - Operating Stem Nuts (75 units) - Hold Down Nuts (50 units) - Upper Stems (K11: 25 units, K10B: 20 units, 1280: 200 units) - Break Couplings (K11: 25 units, 1280: 150 units) - Coupling Pins (400 units) - Lower Stems (various sizes and models, total over 500 units) - Seat Rings (K11: 50 units, 1280: 150 units) - Seat Ring Gaskets (50 units) - Stem Extensions (6", 12", 18" for K11 and 1280, total 105 units) - Collision Kits (10 units) - Additional Kennedy 1280 parts: Bottom Plate/Cover Plate, Guide/Drain Valve, Ext. Coupling, Brass Stem Sleeve - Notable Requirements: - Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience and provide references - Warranty service is required - Estimated annual spend is $450,000, with potential for up to $900,000 annually - Contract term through July 31, 2029, with an option for a one-year extension - Delivery location is Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio

Description

The City of Columbus, Public Utilities is soliciting bids for Kennedy Fire Hydrants and Hydrant Parts. The procurement is open for bids with responses required via the vendor portal. Bidders must demonstrate experience and provide references. The contract will be effective through July 31, 2029, with delivery expected by September 25, 2026.

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