Dunn 2 Replacement Pump Purchase

The Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District is seeking sealed bids for the Dunn 2 Replacement Pump Purchase, a procurement aimed at acquiring a new direct drop-in replacement Deming model 7196 vertical pump or an approved equivalent. The pump must meet specific technical requirements, including a 4"x4"x12" configuration, non-clog impeller, left-hand rotation, double mechanical seal, and various stainless steel components designed for 500 gpm flow at 43 feet total dynamic head. Bidders must demonstrate at least three years of experience providing centrifugal wastewater pumps and the ability to provide new defect-free parts with warranty. The procurement will be awarded as a lump sum to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications. Key dates include a bid submission deadline of 11 a.m. CST on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at the district office located at 1610 Moorland Road in Madison, Wisconsin, with all questions required to be submitted by February 21, 2025. Successful vendors must deliver the pump within 20 weeks of award and provide a one-year warranty. The existing 1150 rpm motor and coupling will be reused, and any approved equal pump must replace the existing pump without requiring piping or electrical modifications.

The procurement does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The bid documents indicate that the Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District is tax-exempt for federal and state purposes, and all bid responses will become public records subject to Wisconsin Public Records Law. The district reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any technicality and accept any bid that may be advantageous to the district. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single pump replacement with invoicing required after materials are shipped and payment expected within 30 days of receipt. Interested vendors should contact Erik Rehr, Maintenance and Reliability Manager, at 608-709-1833 or rfp@madsewer.org for additional information. Bid documents and specifications are available on the district's website at https://www.madsewer.org/contracting-center, and potential bidders are advised to check for any addenda 72 hours before the scheduled bid deadline.