FCC Yazoo City - Hot Water Pumps Replacement

The contract pertains to the replacement of two hot water pumps at the Federal Correctional Complex Yazoo City in Mississippi, under the jurisdiction of the Department of Justice’s Federal Bureau of Prisons. The work involves removing existing pumps, isolation valves, and expansion joints and installing new base-mounted, double-suction split-case centrifugal pumps with a 50 HP NEMA premium efficiency motor, designed to deliver 700 GPM at 152 feet of total dynamic head, operating at 1780 RPM with a minimum hydraulic efficiency of 82% and a design BHP of 33. All equipment must meet Hydraulic Institute and NEMA standards, and the contractor is required to provide laser alignment, lubrication, system startup, balancing, cleaning, and vibration testing upon installation. Final deliverables include O&M manuals, laser alignment reports, warranty documentation, and manufacturer-specified training hours for facility staff. The contractor must adhere to strict institutional security protocols, including mandatory escort by Bureau of Prisons personnel at all times, prohibition of unsupervised contact with inmates, and full compliance with FBOP regulations governing safety, custody, and conduct. An orientation session covering FBOP policies is required prior to work commencement. The project performance period does not exceed 250 calendar days from the notice to proceed, with work scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., excluding federal holidays, and any changes to the work schedule require 48-hour advance approval from the Contracting Officer’s Representative. All materials and equipment must be submitted for prior review and approval by the COR before purchase, delivery, or installation, and the contractor is responsible for delivery and placement of all components on site in accordance with COR directives. Compliance with OSHA safety regulations and all applicable local, state, and federal codes is mandatory. The contractor must have a minimum of seven years of documented experience with systems of comparable complexity and must specify the Bell & Gossett e-HSC Model 4 x 6 x 12 or an approved equivalent. Security violations may result in suspension or revocation of access privileges. The solicitation was issued under NAICS code 333414 with solicitation number 26Z3AP2, a site visit was conducted on June 16, 2026, and proposals were due on June 22, 2026. The contract is awarded to a single entity, and while the total value is