Waterworks Materials, Services, Operations and Related Solutions

Contract 159595, established by the Region 14 Education Service Center and administered through the OMNIA Partners cooperative purchasing program, provides a national framework for the procurement of waterworks materials, services, operations, and related solutions. Effective September 10, 2025, the agreement features an initial three-year term ending September 30, 2028, with options for two additional one-year renewals. The contract was awarded to multiple providers, including Ferguson Enterprises LLC dba Ferguson Waterworks, following a competitive solicitation process (RFP 25-S942) that evaluated suppliers on pricing, experience, and value-added services. The scope of work is comprehensive, covering waterworks materials such as meters and pipes, municipal and automation services, SCADA system development, and digital monitoring solutions. The contract utilizes a not-to-exceed pricing structure based on electronic catalogs and price lists, with all deliveries required to be freight prepaid and F.O.B. destination. Administrative oversight includes monthly electronic accounting reports to OMNIA Partners and payments made directly to contract holders. The agreement incorporates stringent compliance requirements, including adherence to the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, federal funding certifications, and specific prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment. Since its inception, the contract has undergone several updates to adjust product pricing, add specialized equipment like the Leica Zeno FLX100 Plus, and integrate language regarding Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.