Pump Repairs for WWTP & Lift Stations

The City of Corpus Christi is requesting bids for pump repair services for wastewater treatment plants and lift stations under RFB 7307, with bids due July 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. CT. A pre-bid conference was held July 9, 2026 via WebEx; clarification requests were due July 15.

Scope includes disassembly, inspection, repair, and rebuilding of approximately 104 pumps across multiple WWTP and lift station locations. Services cover stator, shaft, impeller, volute, seals, gaskets, stuffing box, packing gland, and bearing repairs, plus machine work such as balancing, welding, straightening, grinding, shaft rebuilding, sandblasting, and coating. Work is performed on an as-needed basis. The contractor must pick up pumps within 24 hours of notification and complete repairs within 30 calendar days.

Bidders must have operated continuously in pump repair services for a minimum of five years and provide proof of experience along with three current and three former client references. No subcontractors are permitted. Contractors must carry comprehensive general liability insurance at $1 million per occurrence, auto liability at $500,000 combined single limit, workers' compensation coverage, and bailee's/inland marine property coverage at $250,000 per occurrence, with the City named as additional insured.

Pricing includes parts and materials (estimated $200,000 spend), a $5,000 shipping allowance, technician labor at quoted hourly rates for regular hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.), after-hours/holiday/weekend repairs if approved, and pickup/delivery charges. F.O.B. destination shipping is included in pricing; the City is tax-exempt. The contract term is one year with three optional one-year renewal periods. Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, with anticipated award and notice to proceed in September 2026.