Diaphram pumps

The City of Houston is soliciting bids for diaphragm pumps for pavement equipment use under the Hire Houston First Program, with proposals due October 16, 2026. A local-business preference applies: the City will award to a certified "City Business" or "Local Business" if that bid is the lowest responsible bid or within specified percentages of the lowest bid, depending on total procurement amount. Bidders must submit the Hire Houston First Application and Affidavit to the Director of the Mayor's Office of Business Opportunities for pre-award approval.

The procurement specifies two units of Sandpiper 2-inch stainless steel teflon MB20B1S2TAN000 diaphragm pumps (part number 14-09586) with serial numbers 38177716 and 38177718. The scope of work details air end kits, ball check valves, seat check valves, diaphragm materials, grease, and overlay diaphragms, with all components meeting or exceeding industry standards. The contractor must guarantee all work and materials for a minimum of one year from full acceptance. Defective materials not meeting specifications shall be replaced at no additional cost to the City. Bidders may be required to submit product literature and specification sheets within five calendar days of request; failure to provide documentation within the specified timeframe may result in bid rejection.

All delivery fees must be included in the bid price. The contract term and estimated value are not specified. The City Purchasing Agent may terminate this procurement upon thirty days' written notice if materials, services, or deliveries do not conform to specifications. A strict no-contact period applies to all bidders during the pre-award phase through City Council agenda posting.