Intent to Sole Source Decanter Centrifuge Maint.

This Special Notice from the Department of the Interior National Park Service indicates intent to sole source the maintenance of two Alfa Laval centrifuge decanters at the El Portal Wastewater Treatment Plant in Yosemite National Park, California. The National Park Service requires service including replacing all bearings, seals, and O-rings for the decanters, estimated to cost between $33,000-$38,000. As the manufacturer of the centrifuges, only Alfa Laval's trained technicians are familiar with the decanters and it is critical the service be performed correctly to avoid major damage disrupting solids removal from the plant's digesters. Accordingly, the sole source justification is approved for the maintenance to be provided by Alfa Laval.

The purpose of the Special Notice is to notify contractors of the National Park Service's intent to sole source the maintenance of two Alfa Laval centrifuge decanters to Alfa Laval as the manufacturer. The deadline for contractors to respond to the notice is January 17, 2024. Only Alfa Laval is eligible to participate, as their trained technicians are the only ones familiar with the specialized equipment. The maintenance will include replacing all bearings, seals, and O-rings for the decanters and is estimated to cost between $33,000-$38,000.