# Ames Ionwave #2027-018 Addendum 3

Split Treatment Modifications Project at Ames Water Treatment Plant – Pumps, Pipe, VFDs, and Flow Meters

**Posted:** August 26, 2026
**Respond By:** September 23, 2026
**Identifier:** 2027-018 Addendum 3
**NAICS:** 237110, 238210, 238220, 238910

The City of Ames Water & Pollution Control Department is seeking bids for the Split Treatment Modifications Project at the Ames Water Treatment Plant.
- Government Buyer:
  - City of Ames, Water & Pollution Control Department, Water Treatment Plant
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - Andritz (centrifugal pumps)
  - Badger Meter (ModMAG M2000 electromagnetic flow meter)
  - Schneider Electric (preferred VFD manufacturer)
  - Eaton (preferred VFD manufacturer)
  - Proco (expansion joints, referenced for specification)
- Products and Quantities:
  - Two Andritz ACP100-200.5S centrifugal pumps (or approved equivalent)
  - Up to six ModMAG M2000 electromagnetic flow meters (owner-furnished)
  - Approximately 35 linear feet of 6-inch ductile iron pipe and associated fittings (tees, elbows, reducers, valves)
  - Two variable frequency drives (VFDs) for pumps, installed in individual enclosures
  - Two concrete pads for pump installation
  - Five removable safety bollards
  - Expansion joints similar to Proco Style 231
  - Stainless steel grade 5 flange connection kits
  - Tapping saddles, gate valves, butterfly valves, check valves, spool pieces
- Services Requested:
  - Live tap of two 24-inch water lines
  - Electrical installation including conduit, high voltage and communication wiring
  - Integration of VFDs and flow meters into the plant's SCADA system
  - Construction services for installation of all equipment and compliance with safety/security protocols
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Preference for Iowa products and labor
  - Contractor responsible for all electrical and SCADA integration
  - All work must comply with ANSI/AWWA and ASTM standards
  - Bid, performance, and payment bonds required
  - Affirmative action and bidder status forms must be completed
  - Substantial completion required by the specified date
  - Owner-furnished flow meters to be installed by contractor
  - Expansion joints must be similar to Proco Style 231
  - VFDs must be from Schneider, Eaton, or approved alternate manufacturer
  - Stainless steel hardware for flange connections
  - Safety bollards must be removable and safety yellow
  - All work must comply with City security and safety protocols

### Description

The City of Ames, Iowa, is soliciting bids for the Split Treatment Modifications Project at the Ames 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 bids electronically via AmesBids by September 23, 2026.

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