Irrigation System

The government authority located in Groton, Connecticut is seeking a vendor to provide and install a complete irrigation system with associated controls and equipment. The agency needs to solve the problem of establishing a fully operational, leak-free watering system at their facility. The scope of work covers flushing dirt and debris from piping, performing a hydrostatic test, and installing sprinklers at the manufacturer's recommended heights. Bidders must locate part-circle sprinklers at a minimum distance of four inches from walls and other boundaries. The agency requires rigorous testing and inspection protocols before the system is accepted. The vendor must perform a leak test by charging the system to normal working pressure, repairing any leaks, and retesting until the system is tight. Additionally, the agency requires an operational test of energized electrical circuitry, controllers, and automatic control valves, alongside the testing and adjustment of controls and safeties. The agency will consider the irrigation system defective if it fails to pass these tests and inspections. Eligibility is restricted to onshore vendors located in the United States of America, and all work must be performed onsite in Groton. The contract period will span one year from the date of award. The agency is looking for proposals to determine the budget and has not disclosed a pre-set funding limit or specific key dates in the solicitation.