Request for Water Fountain Installation

Center Line Public Schools in Michigan is seeking qualified vendors to procure and install filtered drinking water stations and universal cartridge water filters in compliance with the state's "Filter First" law and federal regulations. The procurement involves eighteen Elkay LZS8WSSP drinking fountains with bottle fillers, three EZH2o LZSTL8WSSP bi-level bottle filling stations, two EZH2O LMABFWS-RF retrofit units, three Elkay LZWSRK bottle filler retrofit kits, and fifty-two Elkay EWF3000 filters. Bidders must submit itemized pricing for equipment, labor, and maintenance services, along with documentation of experience in similar projects and proof of NSF/ANSI certification compliance (Standards 53 and 42). The RFP was released on October 28, 2025, with non-mandatory walk-throughs scheduled for November 5, 2025, at 3:00 pm at Center Line High School. Proposals are due on November 12, 2025, at 2:00 pm via mail, with post-bid interviews occurring between November 13 and 14, 2025, and potential Board of Education action on November 24, 2025.

The project is funded through the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Filter First - Healthy Hydration Grant, with all work required to be completed by June 30, 2026, to comply with grant requirements. Contractors must comply with Michigan prevailing wage requirements and provide certified payroll records. Proposals must include a sworn and notarized Familial Disclosure Form and an Affidavit of Compliance with Michigan Public Act No. 517 of 2012 regarding the Iran Economic Sanctions Act. No alternate equipment will be considered, and vendors must quote only the specified equipment. The selected vendor must initiate procurement immediately upon Board approval to ensure timely delivery and grant compliance. While specific set-aside designations are not mentioned, the comprehensive documentation requirements suggest a rigorous vendor selection process focused on technical capability, compliance, and precise equipment specifications.