Submersible Groundwater Pumps

The St. Johns River Water Management District is soliciting bids for the supply and installation of Grundfos GeoFlo 3 submersible groundwater pumps on an as-needed basis under Agreement 42458IFB26, with a contract term running until September 30, 2027. The solicitation requires vendors to provide specific pump models with designated motor lead lengths, along with LDPE tubing, with no guaranteed minimum quantities, and all deliveries must be completed within 90 days of issuing a Purchase Order. The contract operates under a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation methodology, where technical compliance is a threshold requirement and award is made solely to the lowest-priced responsive and responsible offeror. All equipment must be new, unused, and of current production, with no substitutions permitted, and must meet strict technical specifications including voltage, ambient and fluid temperature tolerances, and automatic motor protections. Delivered items will be inspected and accepted at the District’s headquarters in Palatka, Florida, with title and ownership transferring upon payment. Vendors must be authorized Grundfos service providers capable of administering warranties and must submit certified documentation including proof of business authority in Florida, a non-collusion affidavit, and a human trafficking attestation. Additional requirements include compliance with Florida statutes on lobbying, indemnity limits, and employment verification via E-Verify for all personnel working on the contract. Suppliers must carry at least $1 million in commercial general liability insurance and workers’ compensation coverage, and are classified as independent contractors with no employment relationship to the District. The total contract value is capped at $199,990, with funding subject to annual legislative appropriation and discretionary termination without penalty if funds are unavailable. Proposals must be submitted electronically through designated portals or via physical delivery using FedEx or UPS, adhering to strict file naming conventions and file format requirements; all submissions must be clearly labeled and received by the July 31, 2026 deadline. The contract is governed by Florida law, with disputes to be resolved in Putnam or Orange County courts and both parties waiving jury trial rights.