Filtration Components and Associated Items for Oyster Hatchery and Research Center

Background

The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is soliciting sealed bids from qualified vendors for the procurement of filtration components and associated items to support aquaculture systems and laboratory filtration processes. The goal is to ensure reliable particulate removal and system compatibility in environments requiring continuous use.

Work Details

The contract includes the procurement of the following items: 1. Polypropylene Bag Filter Vessel (Quantity: 52 Each) - Product Number: PLPB-02-50-F-C-SS (or approved equal) with specifications including clamp closure design, housing material of Polypropylene Random Copolymer, rated for 120 PSI maximum operating pressure, and designed for compatibility with specified filter bags. 2. Pressure Relief Valve with Gauge Assembly (Quantity: 52 Each) - Product Number: PLPB-02-50-F-C-SS-VP (or approved equal) designed for use with PLPB filter housings, includes a pressure gauge and vent valve. 3. Flange to NPT Adapter (Quantity: 104 Each) - Product Number: PLPB-02-Adapter (or approved equal), designed to convert 2-inch flanged connections to 2-inch NPT threaded connections. 4. Polypropylene Filter Bags – 1 Micron (Quantity: 4 Boxes of 50) - Product Number: POG1P2P (or approved equal). 5. Polypropylene Filter Bags – 5 Micron (Quantity: 4 Boxes of 50) - Product Number: POG5P2P (or approved equal). 6. Polypropylene Filter Bags – 10 Micron (Quantity: 4 Boxes of 50) - Product Number: POG10P2P (or approved equal). 7. Polypropylene Filter Bags – 25 Micron (Quantity: 3 Boxes of 50) - Product Number: POG25P2P (or approved equal).

Period of Performance

The contract performance period is not explicitly stated in the provided text; however, bids must be submitted by May 29, 2026.

Place of Performance

The delivery location is FOB Destination at the University of Southern Mississippi, specifically at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory’s Cedar Point Campus located at 103 McIlwain Drive, Ocean Springs, Mississippi.

Bidder Requirements

Bidders must provide complete technical specifications and product data sheets for equivalent products proposed. They must also demonstrate compatibility with existing systems and provide documentation regarding materials of construction, pressure ratings, performance characteristics, and installation differences.