Description
The Chelan Public Utility District is seeking a new heavy‑duty precision manual lathe to support its operations. The lathe must be factory assembled, tested, and shipped within 4‑5 months of award, featuring a 120‑inch bed length and a minimum 20 HP motor. Only one bid was received (Kent Industrial USA, Inc.) at $213,336.75, which is under the agency’s estimate of $234,265. The solicitation is closed and listed as “Bids Rejected,” with no award decision provided. This opportunity is relevant for manufacturers or distributors of industrial machine tools looking to sell to a utility agency in Washington.
• Required equipment: heavy‑duty manual mechanical lathe (120″ bed, ≥20 HP motor).
• Procurement value: ~$213 k (winning bid) – under $235 k estimate.
• Timeline: bid opening June 4 2026; delivery required within 4‑5 months after award.
• Contact: Tammy Harn, Chelan PUD (phone (509) 661‑4479, email [email protected]).