Specifications include, but are not limited to: This solicitation is for Humidification and Water Treatment that shall replace the existing equipment in the facility. A subsequent solicitation will be issued to contractors for the installation of the equipment. The construction schedule for the subsequent installation contract is yet to be determined; however, it is anticipated that this will occur during the Fall of 2024 or early 2025. A Purchase Order will be issued to the successful equipment manufacturer once bids are received and analyzed. The equipment shall be delivered to the Printing Plant in Topeka, Kansas. Offloading of the equipment, and placing the equipment into storage, shall be by the Owner. Owner shall be provided with advance notice prior to excepting delivery. Warranty for the equipment shall commence on the date of the successful startup of the equipment. It is anticipated that the assembly and installation contract would be complete to allow start up in early 2025. The basis of design manufacturer is “Neptronic”. Duct dimensions for the steam distributor are important, therefore, any equivalent manufacturer must provide equipment that is similar, dimensionally, to those indicated on the plans. An alternative manufacturer, requesting approval, shall provide a complete submittal to the Engineer, a minimum of seven (7) business days prior to the date of the receipt of the bid. If it is determined that the manufacturer, requesting approval, is acceptable; this will be listed by addendum prior to the receipt of the bid. Any bid submitted by a manufacturer that has not received prior approval, as listed by addendum, will not be accepted.
