IVHM Water Filter RFQ.doc

Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs R E Q U E S T F O R Q U O T E

AGENCY:

Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs

ADDRESS:

1 Veterans Drive

CITY:

Manteno

CONTACT:

Travis V. Kutemeier

PHONE:

815-468-6581 ext. 208

EMAIL:

travis.kutemeier@illinois.gov

Specifications and Requirements:

(QTY 270) Pall-Aquasafe AQF4A Disposable Shower Head Water Filter or Equivalent Showerhead Specifications

· Barrier against waterborne contaminants including Legionella and Pseudomonas

· Double layer sterilizing grade filtration with integral pre-filter

· Bacteriostatic efficiency of 99.99% for Pseudomonas Aeruginosa

· Quick connectors on inlet and outlet ports

· Lifetime of filter up to 31 days

· FDA 510(k) cleared class II device

· Flow Rate 2.7 – 8.4 gallons per minute at 15 -17 psi

· Treatment with monochloramine (NH2Cl): Compatible with continuous NH2Cl treatment at 2.2-3.0 ppm over the filters indicated lifetime.

· Treatment with chlorine dioxide (ClO2): Compatible with continuous ClO2 treatment at 1 ppm and ClO2 shock treatment with 100 ppm for 12 hours.

· Treatment with active chlorine (CI2): Compatible with CI2: < 7 ppm at 86 °F (30 °C) over the filter’s indicated lifetime followed by CI2 shock treatment with 100 ppm for up to 1 hour at ambient temperature.

· Thermal shock: Exposure at 158 °F (70 °C) for a total cumulative period of 30 minutes over the lifetime of the filter at up to 75 psi inlet pressure.

· Shock with pH > 12 (NaOH): Compatible with sodium hydroxide (NaOH) solutions (pH 12.8) for up to 1 hour at ambient temperature.

· Shock with active chlorine (CI2): Compatible with 100 ppm CI2 for up to 1 hour at ambient temperature.

· Shock with peracetic acid (C2H4O3): Compatible with 1000 ppm C2H4O3 at 140 °F (60 °C) for 2 hours.

Filter must be able to connect to facilities existing quick connect adapters

Quick Connect Adapter Specifications

· Pall Corporation Quick Connect Adapter

· Item Number: SHO1/2MVN

· 1/2 inch valved non-restricted

Facility will purchase filters on an as needed basis dependent on facility needs

CONFLICT BETWEEN INFORMATION ON PAPER AND BIDBUY: If the Bidder provides information on paper that is different or in conflict with the information the Bidder provides in BidBuy, then the information on paper shall represent the Bidder’s intended submission.

For assistance in submitting bids through BidBuy contact the BidBuy Help Desk by email at il.bidbuy@illinois.gov or by phone at 866-455-2897.

*The use of a brand name is for describing the standard of quality, performance, and characteristics desired and is not intended to limit or restrict competition. "Or equal" submissions will not be rejected because of minor differences in design, construction or features that do not affect the suitability of the product for its intended use. Burden of proof that the product is equal is on the bidder.

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VENDOR’S QUOTE TOTAL:

DATE:

WARRANTY:

All Products will be new and will carry a minimum 1-year warranty from date of delivery.

Estimated delivery time:

Notes to Vendor: All Quoted prices must be valid for 180 days from date of submission. All prices must include shipping and handling charges. No price increased will be accepted. In the event of a price decrease, the agency is guaranteed to receive the lowest price. We reserve the right to reject all offers; to reject individual offers for failure to meet any requirement; to award by item, part or portion of an item, group of items, or total; and to waive minor defects. Vendor must agree to partial ship equipment in case of a delay on total order. Vendor may attach separate page describing his proposal for equipment or services. Winning vendor will be chosen on low total bid for all product.

*IF THIS FORM IS NOT FILLED OUT IN ITS ENTIRETY THE BID MAY BE DISQUALIFIED

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