Boggy Marsh Pump Replacement at Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area, Vickery, Ohio

The contract issued by the Division of Wildlife for the Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area in Vickery, Ohio, focuses on replacing the existing marsh pump at the Boggy Marsh site to enhance water management and conservation efforts. The division, dedicated to managing and conserving wildlife and their habitats, aims to ensure the continued effectiveness of water management systems through this project. The contract outlines several responsibilities for the successful bidder, beginning with the removal and disposal of the current steel marsh pump along with its components, followed by the installation of a new 16-inch pump. This new installation will be driven by a three-phase vertical hollow shaft electric motor and feature water-lubricated internal bearings, signifying an upgrade in efficiency and sustainability in water management practices. In addition to pump installation, the contract requires the modification or utilization of existing support infrastructures, ensuring a seamless integration with the current water management system. The new pump must reach specific performance metrics, producing at least 4,000 gallons per minute at six feet of Total Dynamic Head. The bidder must also provide connections to existing electrical services, which include installing new mounting stations, service disconnection devices, controls, and a pump control panel. Upgrading the access infrastructure is also part of the contract, with provisions to replace existing platforms and install a new catwalk for improved accessibility. The work is mandated to be completed by June 30, 2024, and the project will take place at the Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area, fostering the division's objectives of resource conservation and habitat management.