Replacement Submersible Grit Pump for Headworks/MBR System at Wastewater Treatment Plant

The contract involves the procurement of a replacement submersible grit pump for the headworks/MBR system at the Town of Taos Wastewater Treatment Plant in New Mexico. The selected pump is a WEMCO CLESR model, 3×11.5 HP, designed to handle high-solids, fibrous, and stringy materials without clogging, ensuring continuous plant operation. This purchase is a sole-source procurement justified by the pump’s proprietary torque-flow technology, which is incompatible with other brands, and the significant costs and operational risks associated with modifying or replacing existing equipment with alternative pumps. The contract is valued at approximately $54,190.35, with the purchase to be completed as a one-time delivery following contract award, which is anticipated after the solicitation response deadline of December 5, 2025. The procurement is managed by the Town of Taos under New Mexico state law (§13-1-126 NMSA 1978), with the justification emphasizing the technical uniqueness and system integration requirements that restrict competition. The contract will be administered at the plant location, with inspection and acceptance occurring on-site. The vendor, Electric Motor Co., located in Albuquerque, NM, is responsible for delivering the pump, which must meet the original equipment specifications to ensure compatibility and operational reliability. The contract documentation does not specify FAR-based clauses, standard federal representations, or detailed technical standards but emphasizes the critical nature of maintaining existing system performance through this specialized equipment.