Opportunity
Delaware New Castle Civic Plus #27A-150
Rental of Diesel Pumps and Related Products for Wastewater Applications – New Castle County
Posted
August 18, 2026
Respond By
September 23, 2026
Identifier
27A-150
NAICS
532412, 238290, 333911
New Castle County Purchasing Division is seeking competitive bids for the rental of diesel-powered pumps and related products for wastewater applications. - Government Buyer: - New Castle County Purchasing Division - Products Requested: - Diesel-powered pumps in 4-inch, 6-inch, and 12-inch sizes - All pumps must be current models, heavy-duty, and capable of continuous, unmanned operation - Automatic controls and alarms required - Non-clog design with solids handling capacity (2-inch for 4-inch pump, 3-inch for 6-inch and 12-inch pumps) - Accessories include hoses (neoprene suction, lay flat PVC discharge), valves, integral fuel tanks, and necessary hardware - Pumps must be trailer- or skid-mounted, with sound-reducing enclosures for residential use (≤70 dBA at 30 feet) - Remote alarm package (cellular-based, automatic notifications for pump/engine/fuel/water level) - 20,000-gallon or larger bulk storage tanks (enclosed, leak-tight, with level indication and alarms) - Heavy-duty lay flat hoses (4-inch and 6-inch, 50-foot lengths, Bauer type fittings) - Services Requested: - Delivery and pickup within New Castle County, guaranteed within 24 hours, at no additional cost - Installation and fusing of HDPE pipe up to 12-inch diameter - Instruction and operational testing for county personnel - Unique Requirements: - Rental rates are flat, with no extra charges for fuel or delivery - Equipment must be maintained and inspected by vendor - Rental periods available on daily, weekly, or monthly basis - Vendors must provide and install HDPE pipe as needed - Optional silenced pump packages for residential use - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Pumps must be capable of running dry indefinitely - Bulk storage tanks must be suitable for long-term wastewater storage and include cleaning after use - Remote alarm systems must notify multiple contacts until acknowledged
Description
New Castle County is seeking competitive sealed bids and priced proposals for the rental of various pumps and related products. The procurement includes diesel pumps of different sizes (4-inch, 6-inch, and 12-inch) suitable for wastewater, with specifications for continuous operation, automatic controls, and accessories. Vendors are responsible for delivery and pickup within New Castle County, with guaranteed delivery within 24 hours of request. Optional items include remote alarms, bulk storage tanks, and silenced pump packages. The rental rates are flat with no additional charges for fuel or delivery, and rental periods are based on daily, weekly, or monthly use.