Split-Coupled Vertical In-line Pump and Suction Guide

Miami University is seeking proposals for a split-coupled vertical in-line pump with motor and suction guide for a condenser line service for the York chiller at the North Chiller Plant.

The existing pump is showing issues with performance and requiring rebuilt. The goal is purchasing a new pump with suction guide and motor will allow redundancy and improve efficiency and availability.

The solution for this project/RFP is for the Miami University Utilities Department to purchase a split-coupled vertical in-line pump with motor and suction guide. The resulting application should comply with the following requirements:

• Unit selection is Armstrong Split-coupled vertical in-line pump, Model: Series 4300 14x14x15 – 6p – 150hp with suction guide, bronze impeller, Electric data: Frame size: 445TCZ, 150 hp, Power supply: 460/3/60. See attachment in RFP attachments titled *Armstrong Split-Coupled Vertical In-Line Pump and Suction Guide* for additional specifications required.
• Bell & Gossett will also be considered as an acceptable manufacturer, provided the proposed equipment meets the design requirements and specifications.
• Please provide current lead times, and delivery estimates for the specified equipment. Equipment will deliver to: Miami University, Cole Service Building, 101 S. Fisher Drive, Oxford, OH 45056.
• Identify any deviations from the basis of design for review and approval prior to award.
• Minimum of one-year manufacturer's warranty. Please specify all included warranty information.
• For clarification, this bid is for the equipment only.

**Electronic Proposals** are to be received via Electronic Bidding process at https://miamiu-ohiousourcing.ionwave.net/Login.aspx. Proposals are due no later than **Friday 11/13/26 by 3PM Local Time**. Electronic Proposals received after this date and time will not be viewed in the selection process and will be deleted from the eBidding online system. Fax responses will not be considered.

The evaluation of the Proposals will be performed and an award of contract will be made based upon Best Value Selection.

The University desires to enter into a contract with the successful supplier(s) effective 11/27/26 with the application to be functional and shipped to be onsite by 5/21/27 and the service portion to continue until 5/21/28.

The *Proposal Offering Form* attached to this RFP must be completed, signed by an authorized representative of the supplier, and submitted with each supplier's response.

Provide at least two references for similar projects, preferably in higher education.

All proposal responses must indicate they are valid for a minimum of ninety (90) calendar days from the date of the proposal opening.

General Liability $1,000,000 each occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate.