Dry PIT submersible non-clog centrifugal pump

The City of Torrington, Connecticut Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA) is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of two new dry pit submersible non-clog centrifugal pumps designated for the Harris Drive Pump Station. The pumps must meet stringent technical specifications, including the capacity to pump 1,400 gallons per minute at 80 feet of total dynamic head with a minimum overall efficiency of 64% when both pumps operate together, and 2,500 gallons per minute at 62 feet of total dynamic head with a minimum efficiency of 74.5% when a single pump operates. Additional requirements include a maximum rotation speed of 1,175 RPM, operation with a maximum 60 horsepower submersible motor at 460 volts, three-phase, 60 hertz power, and new equipment only (used or open box units are prohibited). Vendors must submit manufacturer specifications with their bids, with acceptable manufacturers including Flygt Corporation Model NT 3202 MT 3~ 640 or equal. Manufacturers must demonstrate a minimum of 10 years of experience producing this type of equipment and must provide a five-year warranty against impeller clogging resulting in greater than 10% flow loss, plus a prorated 10,000-hour warranty covering parts and labor on a decreasing basis (100% for months 0-18, 50% for months 19-39, and 25% for months 40-60). The City will evaluate bids based on compatibility, quality, maintenance costs, parts availability, experience, past performance, and financial sufficiency, and reserves the right to award to a bidder other than the lowest bid. Sealed bids are due on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 11:00 AM at City Hall, 140 Main Street, Room 206, Torrington, Connecticut 06790, with technical questions accepted until Monday, February 23, 2026, at 12:00 noon. Bidders must submit one original and two exact copies of their proposals, provide firm pricing valid for 90 days following bid opening, and submit F.O.B. Destination Torrington pricing with delivery to the Torrington WRRF Plant at 252 Bogue Road, Harwinton, Connecticut 06791. Bids may not be withdrawn for 90 days following submission, and faxed or emailed proposals will not be accepted.

Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond or certified check with their proposals, and the successful bidder must provide a performance bond equal to 100% of the bid amount and a maintenance bond guaranteeing defect-free operation for one year after completion. All bidders must include a notarized, sealed non-collusion affidavit and provide at least three references from similar installations completed within the past five years. The procurement actively encourages applications from minority-owned businesses (MBEs), women-owned businesses (WBEs), and small businesses (SBEs), and the City of Torrington is designated as an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. The contract includes an optional renewal provision for four additional one-year periods, not to exceed a total combined period of five years, which may be exercised by mutual agreement at least 60 days prior to expiration. Payment terms are established on a Net 30 basis. No estimated total contract value or budget range is provided in the solicitation documents. Inquiries regarding this procurement should be directed to Pennie Zucco, City of Torrington Purchasing Agent, at 140 Main Street, Torrington, Connecticut 06790, by telephone at 860-489-2225, or via email at pennie_zucco@torringtonct.org.