EM Johnson WTP

The City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 274-5220-LOX-2026-FMH-1 for the supply of liquid oxygen and the lease and maintenance of associated equipment at the EM Johnson Water Treatment Plant. The selected contractor will be responsible for furnishing, installing, and maintaining a liquid oxygen system to support ozone production, with estimated annual quantities of 1,800,000 pounds. Key technical requirements include the installation of 4-20 mA signal wires for SCADA integration, adherence to AWWA B304-13 and NFPA 50 standards, and the use of ASME-stamped pressure vessels. Maintenance support must be available 24 hours a day, with a requirement to resolve leaks within 24 hours. Proposals are due by December 7, 2026, at 3:30 PM EST and must be submitted via FedEx or UPS, including a signed original, one copy, and a PDF version on a USB flash drive. The City will award the contract to the most qualified firm based on a weighted evaluation process, which may include a second-stage interview or demonstration. Award is not guaranteed to the lowest bidder. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance, including commercial general liability of at least 1,000,000 dollars per occurrence and worker's compensation per North Carolina statutes. Additionally, vendors must certify compliance with the Companies Boycotting Israel Divestment Act and provide driver identification and security-tagged trucks for all deliveries, which must occur between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.