How to bid on FPVC C900 DR18 water pipe for the City of Lake City

What the City is buying

The City of Lake City is seeking bids for 2,205 feet of 12-inch and 2,250 feet of 8-inch FPVC C900 DR18 water pipe. This is a supply purchase for vendors that can provide the specified pipe.

The notice says bids must follow the specifications. If you propose a deviation, explain and itemize it under “Clarifications and Exceptions,” referring to the relevant specification paragraph and page.

Deadline and bid opening

Bids are due November 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. The notice says late bids will not be accepted and bids must be submitted through OpenGov Procurement; bids sent by other means will not be accepted.

The notice does not provide a separate question deadline or a bid-opening time and location. Check the solicitation in OpenGov for current details and any addenda.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit water-pipe suppliers and distributors able to furnish the two specified sizes and the FPVC C900 DR18 product. Columbia County, Florida, vendors may receive a 5% bid preference under the policy described in the notice.

The notice defines a Columbia County resident as an individual whose primary residence is in the county, a partnership whose principals are all county residents, or a business entity with its principal place of business there or a full-time public-facing business office there.

How to access and submit a bid

Open the opportunity in OpenGov Procurement using the “View original source” option. A brief security check may appear the first time; let it finish for the project page to load.

Sign in or create a free vendor account to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response before the deadline. Submit questions in writing through the portal’s Question/Answer tab, and acknowledge any addenda through OpenGov.

The bid must be dated and signed by an authorized representative and include the representative’s title, firm name, address, and telephone number. Bid prices must be net and exclusive of taxes.

Prepare a clear, complete response

Check the solicitation documents and addenda carefully, then confirm that your offer addresses both pipe quantities and sizes. If anything differs from the specifications, identify each deviation clearly and cite the applicable paragraph and page.

Review your pricing, required company details, and signature before submitting. Leave enough time to complete the portal submission before 2:00 PM ET, and keep a record of the submitted response.