Opportunity
Middletown Civic Plus #2026-023
Middletown Water & Sewer Department Solicits Bids for Hydrants, Valves, Pipes, Fittings, and Manhole Components
Posted
September 16, 2026
Identifier
2026-023
NAICS
423720
The City of Middletown, Connecticut Water and Sewer Department is seeking bids for a 12-month contract to supply a wide range of water and sewer infrastructure products. - Government Buyer: - City of Middletown, Water and Sewer Department - Purchasing Office, managed by Donna L. Formato, CPPB, NIGP-CPP - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Mueller (Mueller Co.) - Smith Blair - Total Piping Solutions, Inc. - Hymax - Kennedy Valve - Clow Valve - EBAA Iron, Inc. - Ford Meter Box Company - Tyler Union - Bibby - Products Requested: - Fire hydrants (Mueller Super Centurion A-421, 51 units) - Hydrant extension and repair kits (Mueller A-319, shoe, safety flange, bonnet) - Gate valves and tapping valves (Mueller, Kennedy, Clow; 6", 8", 12") - Cast iron gate boxes and covers (Tyler Union 7126, various sections) - Curb boxes (Erie Style 1, Ford, Mueller, Bibby) - Corporation stops and ball valve curb stops (Mueller B25008, B25209; 200 each) - Couplings and repair clamps (Smith Blair 442, 226, 227, SMB238; Hymax HMX860; Total Piping Solutions Quick-Sleeve) - Joint restraints and retainer glands (EBAA Megalug 1100, Series 1700, Ford 1400, 1450) - Ductile iron and PVC pipes (Tyton Push On Joint, SDR 35; 6", 8", 12"; up to 1800 ft per size) - Gasketed sewer repair couplings (Bell to Bell; 6", 8", 12") - Precast concrete manhole sections, risers, base sections, and bituminous coating - Heavy duty manhole frames and covers (Type AV, AS) - Notable Requirements: - Specific manufacturer models and "no substitutes" for many items (e.g., Mueller hydrants, corporation stops) - Quantities range from single units to hundreds, with unit pricing for pipe lengths - Delivery must be FOB Middletown - Option to renew for one additional year at firm pricing - City reserves right to award by category - Bid preference for local vendors and compliance with Affirmative Action Plan
Description
The City of Middletown is soliciting sealed proposals for the purchase of piping, hydrants, manholes, valves, fittings, and other related appurtenances for the Water and Sewer Department. Proposals must be submitted to the Purchasing Supervisor by October 14, 2026, at 11:00 am. Bid documents are available for a fee or can be downloaded free from the city website. Bids will be opened and read aloud via Webex, and the City reserves the right to waive defects or reject any or all bids.