Belt Filter Press Parts and As Needed Service

The City of Warren, Michigan, located in Macomb County, is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB-W-1606) for procurement of Andritz Belt Filter Press Parts and associated service support for its Waste Water Treatment Plant. The solicitation covers 36 specific OEM parts, including rolls, bearings, valves, seals, and other critical equipment components, with an additional $50,000 contingency for potential service and installation assistance. All bidders must be pre-qualified by Andritz to service the equipment and must verify part dimensions and tolerances on-site before delivery. The electronic bid is due by 12:30 PM on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, with a public bid opening via Zoom at 1:00 PM EST the same day. Parts must be OEM Andritz parts with a mandatory 1-year warranty, and delivery is expected within 20 weeks of purchase order receipt. Alternatives to OEM parts may be considered with explicit Facility Engineer approval, and bidders must submit comprehensive unit pricing for each line item.

The procurement does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but it does include robust compliance requirements. Bidders must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including $2,000,000 in general liability, $1,000,000 in automobile liability, statutory workers' compensation, and a $2,000,000 umbrella liability policy. Additionally, vendors must comply with E-Verify program requirements and provide safety data sheets. While no incumbent vendors are specified, the contract includes provisions for potential two-month extensions and does not guarantee exclusive purchasing rights. The total contingency budget is $50,000, which covers potential service and installation support. The procurement is structured to enable precise replacement of critical belt filter press equipment components with original manufacturer parts, with quantities ranging from 1 to 77 units per component. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate technical expertise in Andritz equipment and meet stringent documentation and safety standards.