# Miami University and Ohio University Ionwave #1020262494

Miami University pump and suction guide for the North Chiller Plant

**Posted:** October 26, 2026
**Respond By:** November 13, 2026
**Identifier:** 1020262494
**NAICS:** 423720

Miami University Utilities Department is seeking an equipment-only replacement pump package for the North Chiller Plant.
- Buyer: Miami University, Utilities Department; Office of Strategic Procurement.
- **OEMs and named companies:** **Armstrong Fluid Technology** is the basis-of-design manufacturer; **Bell & Gossett** equipment is acceptable if it meets the specifications. York is the chiller served by the equipment, not a named supplier for this purchase.
- Requested equipment:
  - One Armstrong Series 4300 split-coupled vertical in-line pump with motor, model 14x14x15, 6-pole, 150 hp. Design duty is 6,000 US gpm at 78 ft of head; motor is 460/3/60 V, 1,190 rpm, ODP, with frame size 445TCZ and bronze-fitted construction. Connections are 14-inch ANSI-125.
  - One Armstrong SG-1414 suction guide, with 14-inch connections, carbon-steel body and guide vanes, and stainless-steel strainer. Pressure drop at design flow is 8.5 ft.
- Notable requirements: bidders must provide lead time and estimated delivery, identify specification deviations, and include warranty information. The minimum manufacturer warranty is one year. Evaluation considers price and terms, delivery, quality, durability, suitability, installation cost, serviceability, reliability, qualifications, references, and compliance.
- Performance timing: the target contract period begins in late 2026, with equipment to be onsite and functional within about six months and the stated service period running through about 18 months after the start. Extensions may not exceed 12 months. The solicitation describes this bid as equipment-only; no annual subscription is specified.

### Description

Miami University is seeking proposals for a split-coupled vertical in-line pump, motor, and suction guide for condenser line service for the York chiller at the North Chiller Plant. The purchase is intended to replace an existing pump with performance issues and provide redundancy, efficiency, and availability improvements. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the sourcing portal by November 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. The University will make a best-value selection considering factors that include qualifications, references, compliance, service, price, delivery, quality, and reliability.

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