Replacement of Vehicle Exhaust Blowers

The City of Newport News, Virginia, through its Waterworks Department, is soliciting bids from qualified contractors for the replacement and installation of vehicle exhaust blowers in various welding bays located at 425 Industrial Park Drive. This Invitation for Bids (IFB) seeks firms to furnish, install, and commission new, standard, unused exhaust blower equipment meeting the specified technical performance criteria—including noise limits, electrical compatibility, and enclosure ratings—within 90 calendar days from order receipt. Bidders may propose acceptable alternates that meet or exceed the performance and quality of specified products but must submit complete data for review. Deliveries are required F.O.B. destination at the specified Newport News Waterworks facility, and the City's inspection and acceptance will occur onsite to ensure compliance with contract specifications. The procurement follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation approach wherein responsibility factors such as the bidder’s ability, integrity, experience, performance history, and financial capacity determine minimum acceptability, but cost is the predominant criterion for award. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals electronically via the City’s OpenGov Procurement portal by May 19, 2026, including required representations and certifications like SWaM status, anti-collusion certification, and tax documentation. Packaging standards require wooden skid mounting with metal strapping, maintaining preservation conditions between -20°C and +80°C and up to 90% relative humidity during storage and transport. Contract administration is managed by the City’s Office of Purchasing, with designated points of contact for technical and procurement issues. Although no formal special contract clauses, options, or security clearances are specified, insurance, records inspection, and standard administrative conditions apply. The contract documentation lacks explicit pricing or estimated values at this stage; award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder submitting a conforming proposal.