City of Columbus #RFQ034017

City of Columbus seeks eight 4M Green Science solar water pump kits

The City of Columbus is seeking bids for eight exact-match solar-powered science kits for its water and public utilities programs. - Government buyer: City of Columbus — CWP-Columbus Water Power, Public Utilities department; Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio. - OEM/product brand: 4M, for the Green Science Solar-Powered Water Pump 4M Kit, item #17482. The solicitation identifies this as the exact item requested. - Quantity: 8 kits. Each is a hands-on kit for ages 8 and up, demonstrating water pumping using sunlight or one AAA battery (not included). - Kit components: Solar panel and holder, support arm and wiring, toy motor, gearbox, cylinder and piston, pump body, animated blue figure, hybrid battery holder/module, and assembly instructions. A small Phillips screwdriver, AAA battery, and water container are not included. - Pricing requirement: Bids should include applicable fees, setup, shipping, and handling, with no later-added costs. - Product website cited: xUmp.com; the notice does not identify it as the manufacturer or seller. - Delivery: A one-time delivery is requested; no ongoing service period or subscription is stated.

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The City of Columbus is requesting bids for 8 Green Science Solar-Powered Water Pump 4M Kits. Each kit is for hands-on assembly and demonstrates solar-powered or AAA-battery-powered operation, and is described as the exact item requested. Bids should include all applicable fees, setup, shipping, and handling, with no hidden costs. The response deadline is November 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM UTC.

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