Greenville Utilities Commission is seeking competitive quotations for the furnishing of Cast Iron Water Meter Boxes. The specification requires Class 35B cast iron manufactured in conformance with ASTM-A48 (latest revision). Approved manufacturers include TriCast, Inc. (Model MSMBX-1-RH), Capitol Foundary (Model MBX-1 with touch read hole), or Bingham & Taylor (Model MBX-1 with Thru-Hole lid). The estimated quantity is 200 boxes (GUC Stock #301930), to be purchased in box quantities. Bidders must specify the brand name of items quoted, expected delivery time, and any deviations from specifications on the provided Exception Form.
The contract is structured as a multi-year agreement with an initial contract period of one year at fixed prices, with options for annual extensions for up to two additional years at the same or negotiated unit prices, contingent upon market and service conditions. GUC reserves the right to purchase more or less than the stated quantities based on actual needs. Quotations must be submitted on the official Request for Quotation form and must be signed by an authorized official of the firm.
Quotations will be received until 2:00 PM (EST) on January 27, 2026. Late bids will not be considered. Questions regarding this bid request should be directed to Cleve Haddock, Lifetime CLGPO, Procurement Manager, by January 15, 2026, end of business day. Award will be made to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder whose evaluation indicates that the award will be in GUC's best interests, considering quality, performance, and price.
Key requirements include submission of a deposit (NOT required for this quotation), exclusion of NC sales tax from quoted figures (sales tax to be added separately to invoices), Federal Excise Tax exemption (GUC is exempt), and clear notation of any exceptions to specifications. GUC reserves the right to reject any or all quotations. Bidders must also complete the E-Verify Certification Letter and submit an Exception Form if any deviations from specifications are offered.