Parkwater Well Station: Vertical Turbine Replacement Pumps & Motors

The City of Spokane is replacing two vertical turbine pump units (including motors) at the Parkwater Well Station. The contract calls for the supply of new pumps that meet specific Hydraulic Institute, ANSI, and NSF‑61 standards, plus on‑site installation verification, field performance testing, vibration analysis, and operator training. The award was made to Triangle Pump & Equipment, Inc., and the bid amount (including tax and supervision adjustments) was $611,541.21. • Scope: Supply and replace two vertical turbine pumps and associated motors; provide installation supervision, field testing, vibration analysis, and operator training. • Technical Requirements: Pumps must conform to ANSI/HI VS1, meet performance points (8 000 gpm @ 245 ft TDH, 85 % efficiency), and all wetted components must have NSF‑61 certification; motors limited to GE, Westinghouse, or U.S. Motors with premium‑efficiency ratings. • Procurement Details: Open competitive solicitation (ITB 5337‑20) with four bidders; award to Triangle Pump & Equipment, Inc.; total bid amount ≈ $612 K including tax and supervision fees.