Citywide Backflow Inspections and Repairs

The City of El Paso is issuing a solicitation for the project titled "Citywide Backflow Inspections and Repairs" under solicitation number 2024-0478 Addendum 1, with a posting date of April 16, 2024. The contract process involves several key dates, including a question deadline set for May 1, 2024, and responses due by May 15, 2024, at 2:00 P.M., with the bid opening scheduled shortly thereafter at 2:30 P.M. on the same day. The City will broadcast the bid opening live online, and the evaluation of proposals is expected to occur in June 2024, with the contract award anticipated around July 2024. Interested parties are instructed to submit their bids or proposals to the City’s Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department located at 300 N. Campbell, 1st Floor, El Paso, TX 79901-1153. The City reserves the right to modify the Schedule of Events at its discretion, with any changes communicated via amendments. The contract involves services related to backflow inspections and repairs across the city, with the NAICS code 541310 indicating a professional, scientific, and technical services classification. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Eduardo Maldonado, reachable via email or phone. The documentation associated with this solicitation includes various IRS forms such as the W-9, which are required for tax reporting and compliance purposes, and the Texas-specific Form 1295 for Disclosure of Interested Parties, which must be filed electronically and submitted with bids. Additionally, subcontractor identification forms are required for certain services, ensuring transparency regarding subcontractor involvement. Overall, the process emphasizes compliance with federal and state regulations, clear communication of deadlines, and the City’s authority to adjust the schedule as necessary to facilitate a fair and efficient procurement process.