ANNUAL PROVISION OF POLYETHYLENE GAS PIPE

Gainesville Regional Utilities is soliciting the annual provision of polyethylene gas pipe under solicitation ITB 2026-107, with a response deadline of September 3, 2026. This procurement supports GRU’s mission to enhance the quality of life in Gainesville by maintaining and expanding its comprehensive utility infrastructure, which includes natural gas services to approximately 100,000 retail and wholesale customers across the region. The contract is being managed by the Utilities Stores division of the City of Gainesville, with primary point of contact Andy Hadsock, Supply Chain Specialist, and secondary contact Robbin Odowski, Procurement Specialist III, available for inquiries. The solicitation is targeted at suppliers capable of delivering high-quality polyethylene gas pipe that meets GRU’s technical, safety, and operational standards for underground distribution networks. While the solicitation does not specify a set-aside, the procurement process may involve the use of GRU’s specified or sole source selection form, which allows for justification of unique or proprietary requirements such as OEM compatibility, patented materials, or standardized designs critical to system integrity. Performance of this contract is expected to occur within Florida, with all deliveries and installations aligned to GRU’s service area in and around Gainesville, ensuring seamless integration into existing gas distribution systems.