Riverbend Raw Pump #6

The state of Georgia is seeking a direct replacement pump for the Riverbend Raw Pump #6, specifically a Sulzer XFP Dry-Pit Submersible Centrifugal Pump with precise technical specifications. The procurement calls for an EN-GJL-250 cast iron construction pump with a 2-vane, closed channel impeller measuring 18-2/3 inches, featuring double mechanical seals with SiC/SiC components. The pump must have a 12 ANSI 125# discharge flange, 201HP output, operating at 1180RPM with a 3/60/460V premium efficient IE3 motor conforming to IEC 60034-30 standards. Additional requirements include a full monitoring system with stator bi-metals, one stator RTD, two bearing RTDs, three Di probes, an insulated upper bearing, a standard 49ft power cord, and a closed loop cooling system. The contract opportunity was posted on August 27, 2025, with proposals due by September 3, 2025, and a required delivery date of December 31, 2025.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly stated in the documentation, potential vendors should carefully review the technical specifications to ensure complete compliance. The pump represents a critical infrastructure replacement, suggesting that vendors with demonstrated experience in municipal water system pump installations would be preferred. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and the detailed technical requirements indicate a need for specialized engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The procurement appears to be a targeted replacement for a specific municipal water system component, which implies a potentially significant investment, though exact budget ranges are not disclosed. Interested vendors should meticulously review the complete technical specifications and be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating their ability to meet the precise pump performance and monitoring requirements specified by the state of Georgia.