OH ottawa NWR wetland pump

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a contractor to manufacture a custom 10" x 12.5 HP axial flow pump and related water control structure components for the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge. The solicitation requires a specialized pump capable of producing 2000 gallons per minute at eight feet of total dynamic head, with media water-lubricated internal bearings and an immersion-rated epoxy-coated casing. Contractors must also fabricate associated aluminum components like stoplog U-channels, panels, beaver guards, and pit cover grating. The evaluation will prioritize technical specifications and past performance over pricing, with a focus on the contractor's ability to meet precise technical requirements and collaborate with the Spoerr Precast Concrete vault manufacturer. Quotes are due by April 11, 2025, at 5:00 PM EDT, with submissions to be made via email to jeremy_riva@fws.gov, and the anticipated period of performance runs from April 21, 2025, to October 30, 2025.

This contract is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS category 333914 for Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing. The project is located at the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge and involves providing a comprehensive water management solution, including the pump, an automatic level control panel, and related infrastructure components. While specific award value details are not explicitly stated, the complexity of the technical requirements suggests a specialized and potentially substantial procurement. Contractors will be expected to provide a conceptual drawing of the proposed pump, demonstrate technical capabilities, and offer a one-year warranty covering parts, labor, and potential manufacturing defects. The project requires rapid response capabilities, with contractors needing to be available within two hours for onsite support during high lake events, indicating the critical nature of the water management infrastructure being addressed.