Large Water Meter Supply Agreement

Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) is seeking proposals from vendors to establish a five-year supply agreement for large water meters utilizing ultrasonic technology. The contract encompasses the procurement of cold water meters, repair components, batteries, and strainers, with an emphasis on ultrasonic metering systems suitable for replacement and maintenance purposes. The solicitation process has been adjusted, with the bid opening now scheduled for June 11, 2024, and evaluation commencing shortly thereafter, leading to a notice of award by June 30, 2024. The price sheet has been updated to reflect KUB’s current large water meters and includes an option for ultrasonic meters, facilitating seamless replacements. The contract, identified under solicitation number 3631, is open to vendors within Tennessee and is valued between $500,000 and $2,000,000. The procurement process is managed by the Tennessee agency, with detailed information and submission guidelines accessible through the provided BidSync link. The RFP emphasizes the importance of ultrasonic technology in water metering, aiming to enhance measurement accuracy and operational efficiency for KUB’s water distribution system over the contract duration.