RFQ 20252008 Chemical Pumps

The City of Eugene, Oregon, through Lane County, has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ 20252008) for the procurement of seven diaphragm chemical pumps for its Wastewater Division. The project specifically requires four pumps for sodium hypochlorite and three pumps for sodium bisulfite, with detailed technical specifications including pump capacities, fabrication requirements, pump drives, and controls. Vendors must provide installation drawings, operation and maintenance documentation, and on-site startup and training support, with required integration to the plant's DCS via Profibus communications. The RFQ is due on Friday, July 26, 2024, at 5:00 PM PST, with vendors expected to submit comprehensive pricing forms for pumps and freight, along with information about their standard warranty. Evaluation criteria appear to focus on technical capabilities, pricing, and the ability to meet the specific pump and installation requirements outlined in the technical specifications.

The solicitation demonstrates an interest in supporting sustainability and social equity, with explicit preferences for environmentally preferable materials and engagement with minority, women, and emerging small businesses. A Certified Small Business (COBID Certification ID 87717716) was among the respondents, and quote submissions ranged from $51,700.00 to $71,203.88. The contract was ultimately awarded to TMG Services, Inc. for a total cost of $65,896. No specific set-aside designations were explicitly mandated, and no Oregon resident bidder preferences were noted. The City reserved the right to reject any or all quotes, maintaining flexibility in the procurement process. The project appears to be a straightforward replacement of existing chemical pumping infrastructure, with no indication of complex integration requirements beyond the specified Profibus communications interface.