# City of Columbus #RFQ034017

City of Columbus request for eight Green Science solar-powered water pump kits

**Posted:** November 05, 2026
**Respond By:** November 12, 2026
**Identifier:** RFQ034017
**NAICS:** 423920, 423490

The City of Columbus is seeking bids for eight hands-on solar-powered water pump science kits through its Public Utilities department.
- **Buyer:** City of Columbus — CWP-Columbus Water Power, Public Utilities, Columbus, Ohio.
- **OEM/brand:** **4M / Green Science** is identified with the exact requested kit. xUmp.com is cited as a product website, but is not identified as the manufacturer or seller.
- **Requested product:** 8 Green Science Solar-Powered Water Pump 4M Kits, item/part number 17482. The solicitation identifies this as the exact item requested.
  - Each kit demonstrates pumping water using sunlight or one AAA battery; the battery is not included.
  - Components include a solar panel and holder, support arm and wiring, motor, gearbox, cylinder, piston, pump body, animated figure, hybrid battery holder/module, and assembly instructions. Suitable for ages 8 and up.
  - A small Phillips screwdriver, AAA battery, and water container are also needed but are not included.
- **Bid and delivery requirements:** Include applicable fees, setup, shipping, and handling, with no later-added costs. Delivery is requested by the date stated in the earlier notice; a service term or subscription period is not specified.
- **Notice update:** The latest notice clarifies solar or AAA-battery operation and states a response deadline. Specific calendar dates are omitted here.

### Description

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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