# Ames Ionwave #2027-018 Addendum 2

Split Treatment Modifications at Ames Water Treatment Plant: Pumps, VFDs, Flow Meters, and Pipe Installation

**Posted:** August 26, 2026
**Respond By:** September 23, 2026
**Identifier:** 2027-018 Addendum 2
**NAICS:** 237110, 238220, 238210, 238290

This opportunity from the City of Ames, Iowa, Water & Pollution Control Department seeks a contractor for Split Treatment Modifications at the Ames Water Treatment Plant.
- **Government Buyer:**
  - City of Ames, Iowa, Water & Pollution Control Department, Water Treatment Plant
- **OEMs and Vendors:**
  - Andritz (ACP100-200.5S centrifugal pumps)
  - Badger Meter (ModMAG M2000 electromagnetic flow meters)
  - Schneider and Eaton (preferred for Variable Frequency Drives)
- **Products Requested:**
  - Two Andritz ACP100-200.5S centrifugal pumps (or approved equivalent)
  - Two Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) for pumps, from Schneider, Eaton, or acceptable alternates
  - Six ModMAG M2000 electromagnetic flow meters (Badger Meter, owner-furnished)
  - Approximately 35 linear feet of 6-inch ductile iron pipe and associated fittings (tees, elbows, reducers, valves)
  - Flanged expansion joints, concrete pads for pump support, removable safety bollards
  - Tapping saddles, gate valves, butterfly valves, check valves, spool pieces
- **Services Requested:**
  - Live tap of two 24-inch water lines
  - Electrical work for pumps and VFDs, including conduit, high voltage wiring, communication cables, and SCADA integration
  - Calibration and integration of flow meters into SCADA system
  - Construction services for installation and compliance with security and safety protocols
- **Unique/Notable Requirements:**
  - All materials must comply with ANSI/AWWA and ASTM standards
  - Contractor responsible for all labor, tools, equipment, and materials unless specified
  - Compliance with site security, OSHA standards, and Iowa Administrative Code
  - Preference for Iowa-grown products, coal, and labor
  - Bidder must submit Bidder Status Form and bid bond
  - One-year maintenance guarantee after completion
  - Affirmative Action Compliance Forms required
  - All bids submitted electronically via AmesBids portal
- **OEMs Highlighted:**
  - Andritz (centrifugal pumps)
  - Badger Meter (flow meters)
  - Schneider, Eaton (VFDs)


### Description

The City of Ames, Iowa, is soliciting bids for the Split Treatment Modifications Project at the Water Treatment Plant located at 1800 E. 13th Street, Ames, IA. The project involves installation of new pipe, valves, pumps, and fittings, including live taps of two 24-inch water lines, installation of ductile iron pipe, fittings, a magnetic flow meter, and two centrifugal pumps with variable frequency drives. The contractor is responsible for all electrical work related to the pumps and drives, including conduit and wiring installation, as well as integration into the SCADA system. Work must be substantially completed by March 26, 2027, and bidders must submit bid security and a bidder status form certifying resident status.

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