Fabricated Stuffing Box Shell-Sets As-Needed

The City of Spokane is procuring fabricated stuffing‑box shell‑sets on an as‑needed basis. The contract calls for ten base sets at a unit price of $1,120 (tax‑inclusive), with optional investment‑cost upgrades for carbon‑steel ($4,583 per set) or 304‑stainless‑steel ($5,603 per set). Pricing is firm for the first twelve months, with possible adjustments on each award anniversary. Delivery lead time is 45 days for the base sets and 56 days for the optional upgrades. The award was made to Helfrich Brothers Boiler Works, Inc., a local supplier, under a unit‑price arrangement. • Base contract value ≈ $12,208 (including tax) for ten sets. • Optional upgrade costs can raise total contract value to roughly $58‑68 k depending on selected option. • Fixed‑price unit‑price contract, 12‑month term, full‑open competition. • No bonding, insurance, or certification requirements noted in the excerpt.