Stainless Steel Slide Gate

The New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services, through its Division of Procurement and Support Services, is soliciting bids for Request for Bid (RFB) 129-25, which seeks a specialized stainless steel slide gate for the Pine River Pond Dam located in Wakefield, New Hampshire. The procurement requires one dual-leaf stainless steel slide gate with precise technical specifications, including a total height of 9.4 feet, a maximum frame width of 108 inches, and the ability to operate in both "weir" and "sluice" modes. The gate must be fabricated from 304 stainless steel alloys, comply with AWWA C561 standards, and be substantially watertight under a minimum design head of 9.2 feet with minimal leakage. In addition to the physical gate, the contract includes two days of on-site technical support for installation, field testing, and operator training. The bid is due on March 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, with a proposed delivery timeline of 24 weeks after receiving approved drawings. The delivery location will be the NH Department of Environmental Services - Dam Bureau in Concord, NH, and the procurement is a one-time order.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for specific types of organizations. Vendors must be registered to do business in New Hampshire and have a completed Vendor Application Package on file with the Bureau of Purchase and Property. The bid will be awarded to the vendor meeting all bid criteria and providing the lowest total cost, with the State reserving the right to reject any or all bids. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive technical requirements suggest a significant investment in specialized infrastructure. The procurement requires a warranty of at least one year or the manufacturer's standard period, covering 100% of parts, shipping, labor, travel, lodging, and expenses. The gate must include specific technical components, such as a Limitorque MXB electric actuator with 230VAC 3-phase power, IP68 weatherproof rating, and Modbus connectivity, indicating a sophisticated and technologically advanced procurement requirement.