Replace DHR Instrument Air (IAS) compressor

The Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) is seeking bids to replace an air compressor at the Deerhaven Renewables biomass plant. The new air compressor must meet specific technical specifications, including being oil-free, rotary screw, air-cooled, and fixed-speed. The compressor must also have a rated output greater than 800 cfm at 125 psi and a maximum rated output pressure of 150 psi. The vendor must provide a 5-year service plan and startup and commissioning services. The evaluation criteria include price, 5-year service cost, safety, and experience in power plants. • The air compressor must be manufactured by a qualified manufacturer with at least 10 years of experience. • The compressor must be certified under ISO 9001/9002 quality standards and ISO 14001 environmental standards. • The vendor must provide technical details of the proposed equipment and service plan, including installation and operation manuals, dimensional drawings, and engineering/technical specifications. • The vendor must also provide experience modification rate (EMR) documentation and OSHA 300 forms for the most recent three full years. • The vendor must have experience in power plants, with a list of sites in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and/or Texas that have the proposed equipment installed.