Compound Meters, 3" to 6"

Background The City of Lincoln, through its Lincoln Water System (LWS), is seeking bids for the annual supply of various sizes of water meters, specifically compound meters ranging from 3 inches to 6 inches. The LWS aims to maintain consistency and compatibility with its existing Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) system, which utilizes Itron® endpoints and MV-RS meter reading software. This contract is intended to ensure the provision of high-quality water meters that meet specific operational requirements. Work Details The contractor will provide the following products and services: 1. Annual supply of compound water meters in sizes 3-inch, 4-inch, and 6-inch. 2. Meters must be compatible with Itron® Model 100W+ pit style endpoint modules and include registers wired with a plug-in type connector. 3. Acceptable meters include Badger Recordall® Compound Series Meter with Badger HR-E register; equal equipment may be considered if it meets specified operating characteristics and accuracy standards. 4. Meters must comply with AWWA C702 standards for cold water meters and have a maximum operating pressure of 150 psi. 5. Delivery will be made to Lincoln Water Systems at 2021 N. 27th St., Lincoln, NE, including all transportation costs. 6. All supplied meters must come with bar-coded labels for tracking serial numbers and test results. Period of Performance The contract will commence on December 19, 2025, for a one-year period with options for three additional one-year renewals. Place of Performance Lincoln Water Systems, 2021 N. 27th St., Lincoln, NE. Bidder Requirements Bidders must comply with the following requirements: 1. Certification that they are not a scrutinized company under the Foreign Adversary Contracting Prohibition Act. 2. Compliance with federal immigration verification systems (E-Verify) for new employees. 3. Proof of insurance as required by the City. 4. Acknowledgment of understanding all specifications and instructions provided in the solicitation documents.