Opportunity
Massachusetts Needham Civic Plus #27DPW049G
Needham Well 1A Pump and VFD Replacement Solicitation
Posted
July 02, 2026
Respond By
July 21, 2026
Identifier
27DPW049G
NAICS
238290
The Town of Needham Department of Public Works is seeking bids for the replacement of the Well 1A Pump and associated equipment. - Government Buyer: - Town of Needham, Department of Public Works (Public Services Administration Building) - Products and Equipment Requested: - Submersible vertical turbine pump (150 HP motor, 460V, 3 phase, 3600 rpm, inverter-duty rated) - Includes thermal heat sensor - Compliant with AWWA Standard E10217, NSF 61, NSF 372 - Materials: close-grained cast iron or stainless steel bowl, 316 stainless steel impeller - Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) and harmonic filter - VFD rated for 150 HP motor, 460V, 197A full load current - Includes line and load reactors, harmonic filter - Compatible with Eaton, Toshiba, Square D, Cutler Hammer, or equal - Motor supply cable with specified insulation and shielding - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All equipment must be compatible and meet specified technical standards - No programming of VFD included - Compliance with prevailing wage rates required - Project completion required by contract expiration - No specific OEMs or vendors are mandated, but compatibility with major VFD manufacturers is specified.
Description
The Town of Needham is accepting sealed bids for the replacement of the Well 1A Pump. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) package is available starting July 2, 2026, at the Public Works Department office or online on the Town's website. Sealed bids must be submitted by July 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM to the Public Works Department. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive minor informalities.