Emergency Bypass Pump

Location:	South Carolina
Posted:	Aug 5, 2026
Due:	Aug 25, 2026
Agency:	Tega Cay city
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	43 - Pumps and Compressors J - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment Z - Maintenance, Repair or Alteration of Real Property
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The City of Tega Cay is seeking bids from qualified manufacturers and vendors for the supply and delivery of emergency bypass pumping equipment for use within the City's wastewater collection system. Proposer must submit two (2) sealed hard copies of their proposal. Proposals must be received at the City of Tega Cay administrative office located at 7725 Tega Cay Drive, Tega Cay, SC 29708 by 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026. Qualifications received after this date and time shall be returned unopened.

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City of

Tega Cay, South Carolina

www.tegacaysc.org

7725 Tega Cay Drive

Phone: 803.548.3512

Tega Cay, SC 29708

Fax: 803.548.1400

DATE: July 30, 2026

BID OVERVIEW

DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Emergency Bypass Pump Procurement

ISSUING AGENCY:

City of Tega Cay

7725 Tega Cay Dr.

Tega Cay, SC 29708

LOCATION OF SERVICE: Gray Rock Lift Station

CONTACT PERSON:

Antonio Maturo

Email: amaturo@tegacaysc.gov

The City of Tega Cay reserves the right without prejudice to reject, in whole or in part, any and

all bids received, to waive any technicalities, or to award bids in a manner determined to serve

the best interest of the City. Such rejection or waiver shall be accomplished in any manner

necessary to serve the best interest of the City. It also reserves the right to be the sole judge of

the responsiveness and responsibility of any and all bids for use by the City.

The City of Tega Cay reserves the right to reject or otherwise disregard, in whole or in part, any

ambiguous bids or bids which are uncertain as to terms, delivery, quantity, or compliance with

specifications.

BID PURPOSE AND DESCRIPTION

The City of Tega Cay is seeking bids from qualified manufacturers and vendors for the supply

and delivery of emergency bypass pumping equipment for use within the City's wastewater

collection system. Proposer must submit two (2) sealed hard copies of their proposal. Proposals

must be received at the City of Tega Cay administrative office located at 7725 Tega Cay Drive,

Tega Cay, SC 29708 by 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026. Qualifications received after

this date and time shall be returned unopened.

The bypass pumping equipment will be used to support wastewater operations during pump

failures, mechanical breakdowns, planned maintenance activities, rehabilitation projects, and

power outages. The intent of this procurement is to provide the City with reliable equipment

capable of maintaining wastewater service and reducing the potential for sanitary sewer

overflows during these events.

City of

Tega Cay, South Carolina

www.tegacaysc.org

7725 Tega Cay Drive

Phone: 803.548.3512

Tega Cay, SC 29708

Fax: 803.548.1400

Bids shall be submitted in accordance with the requirements and specifications contained in this

Request for Bids (RFB). The City seeks to obtain equipment that meets the operational and

performance standards outlined herein.

This solicitation is intended to provide an open and competitive procurement process. No

specific manufacturer, brand, or model is required. Manufacturers and vendors offering

equipment that meets or exceeds the specifications contained in this RFB are encouraged to

submit a bid for consideration.

The successful bidder shall provide all equipment, accessories, documentation, and related

materials necessary to furnish one complete bypass pump package in accordance with the

requirements of this RFB.

SCOPE OF SERVICES

The successful bidder shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, documentation, training,

commissioning, and related services necessary to provide the bypass pump package in

accordance with the requirements and specifications set forth herein.

The successful bidder shall deliver, unload, place and position the bypass pump on the prepared

concrete pad at the location designated by the City. The City will be responsible for all

remaining installation, including piping, valves, fittings, electrical connections, controls, and

final system integration.

The bypass pumping equipment shall be designed and manufactured for emergency municipal

wastewater applications and shall be capable of reliable operation under conditions including,

but not limited to, the following:

• Wastewater pump station failures;

• Mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions;

• Planned maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation activities;

• Power outages and other utility service interruptions; and

• Temporary bypass operations necessary to maintain continuous wastewater collection

and conveyance system operations.

All equipment furnished under this solicitation shall be new, unused, and of current production

design. Demonstration units, refurbished equipment, remanufactured components, or previously

installed equipment shall not be acceptable. The equipment shall be the manufacturer's latest

standard model meeting the specified operational and performance requirements.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

The bypass pump system furnished under this solicitation shall meet or exceed the following

minimum requirements.

City of

Tega Cay, South Carolina

www.tegacaysc.org

7725 Tega Cay Drive

Phone: 803.548.3512

Tega Cay, SC 29708

Fax: 803.548.1400

A. Hydraulic Performance

1. Bypass pump system shall be capable of delivering a minimum of 1,500 gallons per

minute (GPM) at a Total Dynamic Head (TDH) of 106 feet while operating with a

maximum static suction lift of 20 feet.

2. Bidders shall submit certified pump performance curves demonstrating that the proposed

pump meets the required flow, TDH, and suction-lift conditions.

3. Pump shall be designed for municipal wastewater service and shall be capable of

handling solids and debris commonly encountered in wastewater collection systems.

4. Pump shall be capable of operating dry during the automatic priming cycle and during

temporary loss-of-prime conditions without damage to the pump, mechanical seal,

bearings, or other internal components.

B. Pump Construction

1. Pump casing shall be constructed of cast iron.

2. Impeller shall be of a non-clog design suitable for municipal wastewater service.

3. Pump shall be capable of passing a minimum 3-inch spherical solid.

4. Mechanical seal shall be oil-lubricated.

5. Pump shall be designed for continuous pumping of raw municipal wastewater without

clogging or excessive wear.

6. Pump shall be capable of passing wipes, rags, and other stringy and fibrous materials

commonly encountered in municipal wastewater collection systems while maintaining

reliable operation.

C. Engine Requirements

1. Engine shall be liquid cooled.

2. Engine shall comply with applicable EPA Tier 4 Final emissions requirements.

3. Engine shall be capable of continuous operation at the specified duty point.

4. Engine shall have automatic shutdown protection for:

• High coolant temperature;

• Low oil pressure; and

• Overspeed.

5. Engine shall be equipped with 12- or 24-volt electric starting system.

6. Battery shall be maintenance-free.

D. Suction and Discharge Connections

1. Pump shall be furnished with suction and discharge connections suitable for the proposed

pump and capable of meeting the specified hydraulic performance requirements.

2. Connections shall be compatible with standard municipal bypass pumping equipment and

accessories.

3. The successful bidder shall provide all manufacturer-standard flanges, adapters, gaskets,

and connection hardware necessary to connect the pump’s suction and discharge

openings to the City’s piping system. The City will provide and install all remaining

piping, valves, fittings, reducers, couplings, and related installation materials.

City of

Tega Cay, South Carolina

www.tegacaysc.org

7725 Tega Cay Drive

Phone: 803.548.3512

Tega Cay, SC 29708

Fax: 803.548.1400

E. Fuel System

1. Pump units shall be powered by diesel engines.

2. Fuel tank capacity shall provide a minimum continuous operating duration of 24 hours

when operating at full load conditions.

3. Fuel systems shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental and

safety regulations.

4. Fuel tank shall include a lockable fuel fill cap and an externally visible fuel level gauge.

F. Enclosure Requirements

Pump package shall be provided with a protective enclosure incorporating the following features:

• Sound-attenuated construction designed to minimize operating noise;

• Weather-resistant construction suitable for outdoor use;

• Access panels or doors to facilitate routine inspection and maintenance activities.

G. Float Control System

1. Pump system shall include an independent float control system capable of the following

functions:

• Automatic pump start;

• Automatic pump shutdown;

• Adjustable operating set points;

• Reliable operation during unattended service conditions.

2. Float system requirements shall include:

• Minimum quantity: 2 floats;

• Float cable lengths appropriate for the intended installation;

• Corrosion-resistant materials suitable for wastewater applications.

H. Automatic Operation

Bypass pumping equipment shall provide the following operational capabilities:

• Automatic start functionality;

• Automatic shutdown functionality;

• Manual override controls;

• Automatic restart upon restoration of normal operating conditions.

I. Base Frame and Fuel Tank Assembly

1. Pump assemblies shall be mounted on a heavy-duty structural base incorporating an

integrated diesel fuel tank suitable for transportation and field deployment.

2. Base frame shall provide structural support for the pump, engine, and accessories while

serving as the fuel reservoir.

3. Assembly shall incorporate lifting provisions designed to permit safe loading, unloading,

and positioning of the equipment.

4. Integrated fuel tank shall be constructed of welded steel, sized to provide the minimum

runtime specified herein, and listed or labeled in accordance with UL 142 or an equivalent

nationally recognized standard applicable to aboveground steel fuel tanks.

City of

Tega Cay, South Carolina

www.tegacaysc.org

7725 Tega Cay Drive

Phone: 803.548.3512

Tega Cay, SC 29708

Fax: 803.548.1400

5. Base shall include provisions for fuel filling, fuel level indication, fuel drainage, and

containment of incidental fuel spills.

J. Priming System

1. Pump shall be equipped with an automatic priming system.

2. Priming system shall automatically re-prime following a temporary loss of prime without

requiring manual intervention.

K. Control Panel Requirements

Control panel shall include, at a minimum, the following features:

• Engine start/stop controls;

• Engine hour meter;

• Fuel level indication;

• Pump operating status indicators;

• System fault indicators;

• Emergency stop push button;

• Battery charging system;

• Battery voltage meter;

• Engine RPM display;

• Auto/Off/Manual selector switch.

L. Alarm and Notification Features

Equipment shall provide visual and audible alarm indication for the following conditions:

• Low fuel level;

• Engine failure;

• High engine temperature;

• Low oil pressure;

• Pump failure;

• Loss of prime;

• Overspeed;

• Low coolant level;

• Battery charging failure.

M. Remote Monitoring (Optional)

Bidders shall identify available options and associated costs for:

• Remote monitoring;

• Remote alarm notification;

• Operating status reporting;

• Integration with existing supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems;

• Any recurring cellular, software licensing, or monitoring subscription fees.

N. Materials and Corrosion Protection

Bypass pump assembly shall be designed for long-term outdoor municipal wastewater service.

Bidders shall identify all corrosion-resistant features included with the proposed equipment,

including but not limited to:

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