Sulfuric Acid Pump

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from Argonne National Laboratory for a Sulfuric Acid Metering Pump System. The government is procuring this system to meet specific operational needs.

• One (1) Sulfuric Acid Metering Pump System, Model MRA15F10SSPP.

• System specifications include:

  • Two (2) Mroy A pumps with specific pressure and flow rate capabilities (30 gph@125 psi, 350 Max PSI).
  • Alloy-20, PTFE Double Diaphragms.
  • Rupture detection gauge and NEMA 4 pressure switch.
  • 1/2 HP, 115/1/60 VAC TEFC motor.
  • Associated components: Pressure Relief Valves, Back Pressure Valves, Pressure Gauges, Y-strainers, Calibration Column, Pulsation Dampeners, and Ball Valves.
  • Mounted on a 304SS base frame with a drip tray.

• The resulting Purchase Order will be subject to Argonne Terms and Conditions for Commercial Items (ANL-71COM, dated October 22, 2025).

• Cash Terms: Net 30 Days.

• Delivery: 100% Upon Delivery.

• Quotations must be received by 05/19/2026.

• Bidders must provide a signed copy of page one of the RFQ (ANL-70).

• Bidders must verify the country of origin.

• Bidders must confirm lead time.

• Bidders must indicate if shipping internationally, including ship-from location and HTS code.

• Bidders must state any available discounts for DOE or if the order falls under GSA contract pricing, including contract number and expiration date.

• Offerors are to furnish a published price list to support quoted pricing.

• Not specified in the provided document.

• This is a "Request for Quotation" and not an order.

• The government reserves the right to accept or reject quotations on each item separately.

• The government reserves the right to accept minor deviations from specifications.

• Firm prices are requested; escalation conditions must be stated if applicable.

• Any resulting Purchase Order will be exempt from Illinois Occupation and Use Taxes and from Manufacturers and Retailers Excise Taxes.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, Appendix A, contains the Argonne Terms and Conditions for Commercial Goods and Services. It outlines the standard contractual clauses and requirements that apply to commercial procurements by Argonne National Laboratory.

• Definitions of terms such as "Argonne National Laboratory," "Laboratory," and "Government."
• A table of contents listing various clauses, including Assignment, Audits and Rights, Changes, Conduct of Employees, Cybersecurity and IT Acquisitions, Disputes, Environmental Protection, Excusable Delays, Inspection, Acceptance and Title, Integration, Laboratory Site Access, Safety and Health, Limitation of Liability, Non-Waiver of Defaults, Order of Precedence, Packaging, Payments, Public Release of Information, State and Local Taxes, Survival, Suspect Counterfeit Parts, and Termination clauses.
• Specific FAR and DEAR clauses incorporated by reference, with details on their applicability.
• A "Suspect/Counterfeit Bolt Headmark List" identifying specific headmarks that should be treated as defective without further testing.

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it details the legal and contractual obligations they will be expected to adhere to if awarded a contract. It specifies terms related to payment, intellectual property, site access, safety, data security, dispute resolution, and termination. Bidders should review these terms carefully to understand the full scope of their responsibilities and to ensure they can comply with all requirements. The inclusion of the "Suspect/Counterfeit Bolt Headmark List" is particularly important for procurements involving hardware, as it highlights specific items that will not be accepted.