This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Kelso, Washington. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

Firm prices are solicited for culvert pipe, beveled end sections and couplers listed below. Cowlitz County will accept no additional charges including, but not limited to freight, fuel surcharges and other charges. This includes bulk orders processed by the vendor and drop shipped to the County. Prices may be increased with 30 days notice from the vendor. The price increase will be limited to an amount equal to the increase in cost to the vendor by the manufacturer. Written proof of the cost increase from the manufacturer shall be provided upon request. No maximum nor minimum quantities are specified. TheCounty does not guarantee to purchase any specific quantity and will not expect the suppliers to furnish or stockpile any specific quantities or products. This is to be considered an open-ended bid, inasmuch as the materials will be purchased against this bid for a period of January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024. Actual purchases will be made as needed by said County, based upon the following conditions: 1. The type of material available at the supplier's plant when needed; 2. Quality of products available; 3. The distance to the point of use by the County; and 4. Satisfactory service by suppliers, Suppliers may submit prices on any or all materials that are incorporated into the drainage system or used for erosion control. If space is needed to provide additional information, the bidder should attach a separate sheet of paper to this bid. Payment for purchases will be made according to State Statute, in the month following use of materials, providing a properly detailed invoice has been furnished. After the bids are opened, the Board will determine a list of qualified suppliers and notify those suppliers of their intention to purchase various materials during the period specified. The Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive informalities in the bids, and to accept the bid of the lowest responsive, responsible bidder as it best serves the interests of the County.