Request for Proposals: Premanufactured Sanitary Sewer List Station Procurement
| Location: | Washington |
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| Posted: | May 14, 2026 |
| Due: | May 28, 2026 |
| Agency: | Arlington city |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Solicitation No: | PW-26.002 |
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PW-26.002
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| Bid Title: |
Request for Proposals: Premanufactured Sanitary Sewer List Station Procurement
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| Category: | Open |
| Status: | Open |
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CITY OF ARLINGTON, WASHINGTON
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Procurement: Premanufactured Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Procurement
Project No.: PW-U26.002
Proposal Issue Date: May 14, 2026
Proposal Due Date: May 28, 2026
1. PROPOSAL SUMMARY
The City of Arlington, Washington (“City” or “Owner”) is requesting sealed proposals from
qualified manufacturers for the design, fabrication, delivery, start-up, and training associated
with a premanufactured sanitary sewer lift station for the Island Crossing Lift Station 11
Upgrade project.
This procurement is a criteria-based selection and will not be awarded solely on the basis of
lowest price. Proposals will be evaluated and ranked using the criteria set forth in this Request
for Proposals (“RFP”), and the proposal receiving the highest overall score may be
recommended for award.
The project goal is to replace the existing Lift Station 11 wet well pumps and exterior
controller with a new premanufactured lift station. A separate General Contractor will install a
new wet well, make sewer pipe connections, prepare the foundation for the premanufactured lift
station, and install the premanufactured lift station furnished under this procurement.
All equipment furnished under this RFP shall comply with applicable requirements of
the Washington State Department of Ecology Criteria for Sewage Works Design (“Orange
Book”) and the Premanufactured Lift Station Specifications attached to this RFP.
Project Information
• Proposal Name: Premanufactured Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Procurement
• Project Number: PW-U26.002
• Delivery Location: 2430 WA-530, Arlington, WA 98223
Project Administrator
Linda Taylor
City of Arlington
154 W. Cox Ave
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 403-3526
ltaylor@arlingtonwa.gov
2. PROPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS
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2.1 Instruction to Proposers
The City of Arlington is seeking proposals from qualified manufacturers to design, fabricate,
deliver, and provide start-up and training services for a premanufactured sanitary sewer lift
station meeting the requirements of this RFP. The successful proposer shall furnish a complete
premanufactured lift station package and associated manufacturer support services as
described herein.
A separate General Contractor will be responsible for installation of the wet well, sewer pipe
connections, foundation preparation, and physical installation of the premanufactured lift
station.
2.2 Proposal Due Date and Submission
Four copies of the proposal must be received in a sealed envelope by the City no later than 2:00
PM on May 28, 2026. Late proposals may be rejected as non-responsive.
Submitted proposals must be enclosed in a sealed envelope and clearly identified with the
proposal name and project number. The outside of the sealed envelope should be clearly
marked:
Proposal Enclosed: Premanufactured Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Procurement
Project No. PW-U26.002
2.3 Submittal of Proposal
Submitted proposals must be in a sealed envelope addressed to the City of Arlington Public
Works Administration building as follows:
City of Arlington
Attn: Linda Taylor
Public Works Department
154 W. Cox Ave
Arlington, WA 98223
Proposals may be emailed to utilities@arlingtonwa.gov.
2.4 Non-Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting
A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting will be held at 10:00 AM on May 21, 2026 at the public
works administration building. All prospective bidders are invited to attend this meeting.
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2.5 Proposal Format and Page Limitation
Proposers shall limit their proposals to no more than 25 double-sided pages. Page size shall
be 8.5 inches by 11 inches with a minimum 12-point font size. Proposals exceeding this limit
may be considered non-responsive and subject to disqualification. A single page, one side,
cover letter will be included with the proposal and not be counted toward the proposal 25 page
maximum double-sided page limit.
2.6 Washington State Prevailing Wage Requirements
Even though this is an equipment procurement RFP, the nature of the premanufactured sewer lift
station design is specific to a larger City Public Works project, the Lift Station 11 Upgrade Project;
as such, Washington state prevailing wage law (RCW 39.12) will apply to the manufacturer and
delivery of this equipment. It is the responsibility of the Proposer to ensure pricing for the
premanufactured sewer lift station included with the submitted proposal is compliant with
Washington state prevailing wage law.
2.7 Questions and Communications
All communications regarding this RFP shall be directed to the Project Administrator:
Linda Taylor
City of Arlington
154 W. Cox Ave
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 403-3526
ltaylor@arlingtonwa.gov
Unauthorized contact with other City personnel regarding this solicitation may be grounds for
disqualification.
3. SCOPE OF PROCUREMENT
The successful proposer shall provide all services, labor, materials, equipment, documentation,
and support necessary to furnish a complete premanufactured sanitary sewer lift station
package suitable for the City’s intended application.
At a minimum, the procurement shall include:
1. Design of the premanufactured sanitary sewer lift station package.
2. Fabrication and assembly of the lift station components.
3. Delivery of the completed system to the project site.
4. Start-up services following installation by the General Contractor.
5. Training services for City operations and maintenance personnel.
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6. Coordination with the City and a City selected General Contractor as needed during
design, fabrication, delivery, installation, and commissioning.
The General Contractor, under a separate contract, will install the wet well, prepare the
foundation, make sewer pipe connections, and install the premanufactured lift station furnished
under this RFP.
4. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
4.1 General Requirements
The proposed premanufactured sanitary sewer lift station shall be designed and furnished to
replace the existing Lift Station 11 wet well pumps and exterior controller and shall be suitable
for municipal sanitary sewer service.
4.2 Design Compliance
All equipment and materials furnished under this RFP must comply with:
• Applicable requirements of the Washington State Department of Ecology Criteria for
Sewage Works Design (“Orange Book”); and
• Premanufactured Lift Station Specifications attached to this RFP.
4.3 Minimum Services to Be Provided
The proposer shall include, at a minimum:
• Manufacturer design services for the premanufactured lift station package;
• Fabrication of the complete system;
• Delivery to the project site identified in this RFP;
• Manufacturer start-up assistance after installation;
• Operator and maintenance training for City staff;
• Submittal of shop drawings, product data, operation and maintenance information, and
warranty documentation.
4.4 Coordination During Design Phase
Because the lift station will be installed by others, the proposer shall provide sufficient
engineering and technical support during the design phase to allow proper coordination of:
• Foundation requirements;
• Dimensional and installation requirements;
• Utility and connection requirements;
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• Control interface requirements;
• Any other information reasonably necessary for successful installation and
commissioning.
5. Proposal Content Requirements
To be considered responsive, each proposal should include the following information in the order
listed below.
5.1 Cover Letter
Provide a signed cover letter identifying the proposal name and project number, the proposer, a
statement confirming the proposer’s interest in the project, a statement that the attached
proposal is being submitted for the referenced project, and a statement certifying that the
proposal is valid for a 90-days following the due date. The cover letter must be signed by an
officer of the proposing firm that has the authority to tender a proposal offer.
5.2 Firm Qualifications and Experience
Provide a description of the proposer’s firm, including:
• Years in business;
• Relevant experience manufacturing premanufactured sanitary sewer lift stations;
• Experience with comparable municipal projects;
• Key staff or technical resources that will support this project.
5.3 References
Provide references for similar projects, including owner name, project location, contact person,
phone number, email address, and brief project description.
5.4 Experience in the Puget Sound Region
Describe the proposer’s previous delivery of pre-packaged lift station systems in the Puget
Sound Region, including:
• Number of systems delivered;
• Approximate dates;
• Agency or owner names;
• Scope and type of systems provided.
5.5 Service Availability
Describe the proposer’s service capabilities, including:
• Availability of local or regional field service support;
• Emergency response capability;
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