St. Paul Pump Replacement

The state and local contract opportunity involves the St. Paul Pump Replacement project, issued by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) and located in Marion County. The procurement focuses on installing a new submersible pump at the St. Paul Ponds facility, with specific requirements to deliver 200 gallons per minute and restore critical water management infrastructure. The project was initiated after the existing pump ceased functioning in September 2024, with multiple repair attempts proving unsuccessful. Schneider Water Services has been selected as the contractor to procure and install the new submersible pump, connect it to the existing electrical configuration, and conduct comprehensive system tests to verify operational functionality. The contract specifies a completion deadline of June 15, 2025, with the contractor responsible for pump installation and ODFW providing project oversight and quality control. Key deliverables include full pump replacement, electrical connection, system testing, and adherence to Federal Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage rates.

The contract has a total estimated value of $19,857.60, covering labor, materials, and equipment for the pump replacement, with full payment to be issued upon successful project completion. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the contract includes standard compliance requirements for equal employment opportunity and environmental regulations. The contractor, Schneider Water Services, will be required to maintain multiple insurance coverages, including workers' compensation and commercial general liability insurance. The project is critical for maintaining water levels in the facility's ponds, which are essential for fish management objectives. The existing infrastructure involves connecting the new submersible pump to the current electrical system, suggesting minimal technological integration complexity. The contract incorporates standard state and federal compliance provisions, ensuring comprehensive regulatory adherence throughout the project's execution.