Water softener system

The Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking quotes for a new automatic water softener system at the Coyote Ridge Correction Center in Connell, WA. The system will consist of four softener tanks, four brine tanks, and related components. The RFQ specifies detailed technical requirements for the softener tanks, control valves, distribution system, brine system, electronic controls, flow meters, ion exchange resin, and piping. A mandatory pre-bid site visit and walk-through is scheduled for October 4, 2024, and bidders must complete security clearance forms and attend the site visit to submit a quote. The successful contractor will provide installation, testing, and training, and will have the option to provide a preventative maintenance service contract. The RFQ does not specify pricing terms, set-asides, incumbents, funding details, or contract duration.

The procurement is open to multiple jurisdictions in Washington state, including counties, cities, and other designated areas. The RFQ includes evaluation criteria such as responsiveness, responsibility, pricing, and non-cost factors like the use of environmentally preferable products and support for a diverse supplier pool. It also requires bidders to certify compliance with certain state labor and wage laws. No specific award value or budget range is provided.