Sand Vacuum Pressure Transfer Machine & Services Rebid

The City of Cincinnati, on behalf of the Metropolitan Sewer District, is soliciting bids for the supply and installation of a new USS SkidPot Vacuum/Pressure Transfer Machine or equivalent at the Mill Creek treatment plant. The scope of work includes the delivery, rigging, installation, and testing of the equipment on the second floor of the incineration building, along with the provision of 400 feet of semi-flexible camlock hose and comprehensive O&M manuals. Technical specifications require a minimum 75hp motor and NEMA 7 explosion-proof rated components, with a strict floor loading limit of 150psf. The project must be completed within sixteen weeks of the Notice to Proceed, and final acceptance is contingent upon a successful demonstration to an MSD representative. The contract will be awarded to the lowest and best bidder based on the base bid, considering compliance with specifications and the bidder's qualifications. Bidders must submit a three-volume proposal, including specific forms such as the MSD-147 EEO/SBE form and the DEI Form 2003 Subcontractor Utilization Plan. Financial requirements include a bid bond of at least 10 percent of the total bid and a performance bond for 100 percent of the contract value. Additionally, contractors must adhere to Ohio Prevailing Wage Rates and provide proof of workers' compensation and public liability insurance. All pricing must be submitted in the original Excel format provided by the city, with entries limited to the highlighted yellow fields.