Unofficial Notice of Invitation to Bid (NIB)

General Bid Items

• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Demolition and removal of existing Landa VNG6-3000C Natural Gas Hot Water Pressure Washer and Water Maze CLB-603A Industrial Water Clarification System.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Site preparation for new system installation, including ensuring level and stable surface and adequate space for operation, maintenance, and ventilation on existing 11’ x 20’ concrete pad.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Procurement and Installation of new Natural Gas Hot Water Pressure Washer (Landa VHG8-3500B or approved equal). Specifications: 8 gpm @ 3,500 psi; 20 hp, 230 volt, 3 phase, 51 amp industrial grade motor; 50” X ½”, 2 wire braid, 5,800 psi rated hose; insulated stainless steel variable pressure wand; ¾” schedule 80 pipe coil with 12” vent; 1,015,194 BTU natural gas burner with electronic ignition; wired remote control kit; 12” draft diverter; 12” vent x 36”; 12” vent cap.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Procurement and Installation of new Industrial Water Clarification System (Water Maze CLB-603A or approved equal). Specifications: 8 gpm @ 3,500 psi; 20 hp, 230 volt, 3 phase, 51 amp industrial grade motor; 50” X ½”, 2 wire braid, 5,800 psi rated hose; insulated stainless steel variable pressure wand; ¾” schedule 80 pipe coil with 12” vent; 1,015,194 BTU natural gas burner with electronic ignition; wired remote control kit; 12” draft diverter; 12” vent x 36”; 12” vent cap.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Electrical installation for new systems. Specifications: connect 230V, 3-phase, 51-amp supply to system’s motor, install appropriate disconnect switch and overcurrent protection, verify proper grounding, connect wired remote control, adhere to local electrical codes.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Water supply installation. Specifications: connect clean water supply to Recycling Holding Tank, ensure adequate water pressure and flow rate, install backflow preventer.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Venting installation. Specifications: install 12” vent in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and local building codes, ensure proper venting of combustion gases, verify proper draft.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Hose and wand installation. Specifications: connect high-pressure hose to pump and wand, verify secure and leak-free connections.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: System setup and configuration. Specifications: fill pump with appropriate oil, configure programmable smart control system including time-delay shutdown settings.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Leak testing of all gas and high-pressure connections.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Operational testing of all components, burner, heating system, and remote control.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Safety checks of all safety devices, interlocks, grounding, and electrical safety.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Provision of documentation. Specifications: include operation manuals, maintenance schedules, and warranty information.
• Quantity: -  Unit: -  Work Item: Comprehensive training. Specifications: provide training to METRO personnel on system operation, maintenance, and safety procedures.

NAICS Classification

238210 – Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors, 238220 – Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors, 333999 – All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing, 238990 – All Other Specialty Trade Contractors

Records and Due Date

This bid opportunity was entered into BidAmerica on December 3, 2025, and was last updated on December 24, 2025. All bids and/or proposals are due on January 20, 2026.

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