Diesel Pump for Wastewater Treatment Plant

The City of Rock Hill, South Carolina is seeking proposals for a heavy-duty, self-priming centrifugal diesel pump for the Manchester Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant, with proposals due June 23, 2026. The procurement is FEMA-funded and carries mandatory federal compliance requirements including debarment and suspension certification, anti-lobbying certification, and compliance with federal clauses on contract work hours, equal employment opportunity, environmental standards (Clean Air Act and Federal Water Pollution Control Act), and domestic-preference provisions for materials produced in the United States.

The scope is a self-priming centrifugal pump with diesel engine designed for high-head applications and high discharge pressures. Addendum #1 (posted June 22, 2026) revises technical specifications and operational parameters; bidders must acknowledge receipt of the addendum in their proposals or risk rejection.

The contractor must comply with federal, state, and local employment laws including Title VII, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and OSHA regulations. All work products and materials become the exclusive property of the City upon delivery. The contractor must maintain insurance coverage rated "A" or better by A.M. Best & Company and obtain a City of Rock Hill Business License. Payment is structured on a monthly invoice basis with the City remitting payment within 30 days, subject to retainage of up to ten percent until project completion. The City retains the right to terminate the agreement with ten days' notice if services are no longer needed or upon default. The contract is governed by South Carolina law and may be subject to annual appropriation by City Council.