Opportunity
Pennsylvania eMarketplace #6100066699
Installation and Delivery of Commercial Water Softener Systems at SCI Phoenix Correctional Institution
Posted
September 22, 2026
Respond By
October 06, 2026
Identifier
6100066699
NAICS
238220
This opportunity involves the installation and delivery of commercial water softener systems at SCI Phoenix Correctional Institution in Pennsylvania. - Government Buyer: - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Corrections - Phoenix State Correctional Institution (SCI Phoenix), Montgomery County, Collegeville, PA - Products/Services Requested: - Two complete commercial Non-ASME water softener systems - Each system includes two 36-inch diameter fiberglass softener tanks (Non-ASME) - 20 cubic feet of water-softening resin per tank - 3-inch inlet/outlet connections - Automatic control valves for operation and regeneration - Brine tanks, relief valves, vacuum breaks, and salt-handling equipment - Combined system capacity: approx. 370 GPM; each unit treats about 71,000 gallons before regeneration; 500,000 grains per unit - Installation services: - 3-inch copper piping with ProPress fittings, flexible connectors - Connection to existing kitchen water supply - Startup, commissioning, and operational training for maintenance staff - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Mandatory site visit for bidders who have not previously attended - All work must comply with federal, state, local, plumbing, mechanical, and facility requirements - Contractor must maintain appropriate insurance - Automatic regeneration and proper operation required - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; bidders may propose suitable commercial water softener systems - Additional Attachment: - Reference to a separate solicitation for installation of 1177 water softeners under a price contract (likely unrelated to the main opportunity) - No administrative or procedural details included in summary - No specific part numbers provided; bidders must meet technical specifications
Description
This solicitation is for the installation and delivery of two complete commercial Non-ASME water softener systems at the Phoenix State Correctional Institution (SCI) located at 1200 Mokychic Drive, Collegeville, PA. The work includes installation of fiberglass softener tanks, control valves, brine tanks, and associated piping and equipment. The contractor must ensure proper operation, automatic regeneration, and provide operational instructions to maintenance personnel. A mandatory site visit is required for bidders, and all work must comply with applicable codes and regulations.