TDF - Wastewater Grinder

The State of Illinois, through the Schuyler County Department of Human Services, is seeking bids for a sewage grinder to be installed at their Treatment and Detention Facility in Rushville, Illinois. The required equipment includes an 18-inch wide open channel, heavy duty epoxy coating, a minimum 1250 GPM flow, a submersible/explosion proof 280V 3PH 60HZ motor with a 50-ft cord, and a controller with overcurrent protection and automatic or manual reversing. The vendor must also provide a stainless steel slide-in channel frame, a stainless steel lifting post assembly with a stainless steel chain, and hard copies of operation and maintenance manuals. The agency will be responsible for completing the installation of the equipment.

The Request for Quote (RFQ) specifies that a mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on April 6th, 2022, and vendors must attend in person to be eligible to submit a bid. Quotes must be valid for 90 days, and the agency reserves the right to reject any or all offers. The agency will choose the winning vendor based on the lowest total bid. The contract will be subject to the State of Illinois' Standard Certifications and Terms and Conditions, which cover compliance with various state and federal laws and regulations, including those related to the COVID-19 pandemic. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond were provided, and the RFQ does not list any incumbent vendors or provide information on the budget range for the contract.