IFB #10204527 - Design, Fabrication & Testing Services for Two (2) Axial-Flow Vertical Pumps

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the design, fabrication, testing, and delivery of two (2) axial-flow vertical pumps. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing the specified pump equipment that must connect to the existing structures of the State Water Project and meet detailed performance requirements outlined in the scope of work. Bidders must have a minimum of five years' experience manufacturing pumps and provide references for similar projects. The IFB includes technical specifications, quality control, and inspection requirements for the pump fabrication, as well as specific standards for coatings, materials, and non-destructive testing. Bids are due by October 31, 2024, and the anticipated start date of the agreement is January 1, 2025 for a term of two years. Payment will be based on approved submittals, completion of forgings/castings, successful factory testing, and delivery to the site.

The procurement does not have any Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirements, but a DVBE incentive is available. Bidders must also complete a Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) disclosure form as part of their bid submission. The IFB does not provide any information about incumbent vendors or current contractors, and it does not specify an award value or budget range for the project.