Request For Quotation For Hoses And Fittings

The Long Beach Public Utilities Department (LBPUD) is soliciting quotations under solicitation number UD-27-368 for the provision of high-pressure hydraulic hoses and fittings on an as-needed basis. The scope of supply includes valves, air and water hoses, clamps, couplings, plugs, and various pressure gauges. The contract features an initial twelve-month term with options for two one-year extensions. Award decisions will be based on unit prices, percentage discounts, and compliance with specifications, with the potential for a 10 percent bid price reduction for qualified local Long Beach businesses. Bidders must provide firm pricing for the initial term, and any quotes specifying minimum order requirements will be rejected. Deliveries must be completed within five business days of a purchase order and delivered FOB Destination to the Gas or Water Warehouses in Long Beach. The contractor may be required to provide 24-hour emergency service and submit product samples within five business days upon request. Compliance with CAL/OSHA, federal hazardous materials laws, and environmentally preferable product guidelines is mandatory. Awarded contractors must maintain comprehensive general liability insurance of 1 million dollars per occurrence, automobile liability of 500,000 dollars, and workers compensation as required by the California Labor Code. All bids must be submitted electronically via the Long Beach Buys portal by November 23, 2026.