Caustic Metering Pump

UCHICAGO ARGONNE, LLC, operator of Argonne National Laboratory, has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) to Superior Industrial Equipment, LLC for a Caustic Metering Pump System. The RFQ, dated May 13, 2026, with a response deadline of May 19, 2026, seeks a detailed quotation for a specific system (Model MRA11F10SSPP) including pumps, valves, gauges, strainers, a calibration column, pulsation dampeners, and ball valves, all mounted on a 304SS base frame. The request requires the offeror to furnish a signed first page of the RFQ (ANL-70), verify the country of origin, confirm domestic or international shipping details (including HTS code if international), state the lead time, and disclose any available discounts for DOE or GSA contract pricing. The Argonne Terms and Conditions for Commercial Items (ANL-71COM, dated October 22, 2025) will govern any resulting purchase order, which will be exempt from Illinois Occupation and Use Taxes and Manufacturers and Retailers Excise Taxes. Inquiries are to be directed to Jazlyn Mangis at jmangis@anl.gov or (630) 252-6884. Firm prices are requested, and a published price list is required to support quoted pricing.

This document outlines the Argonne Terms and Conditions for Commercial Goods and Services, providing a comprehensive framework for contractors working with Argonne National Laboratory. It defines key terms like "Argonne National Laboratory" and "Government," and sets forth thresholds for micro-purchases and simplified acquisitions. The terms cover a wide range of operational and legal aspects, including assignment of contracts, audit rights, change management, employee conduct, cybersecurity, dispute resolution, environmental protection, excusable delays, inspection and acceptance of goods, integration, laboratory site access and safety, limitation of liability, non-waiver of defaults, order of precedence, packaging, payment procedures, public release of information, state and local taxes, contract survival, suspect counterfeit parts, and termination clauses. Additionally, it incorporates numerous Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR) clauses by reference, addressing whistleblower protection, reporting requirements, restrictions on subcontractor sales, limitations on payments to influence federal transactions, business ethics, equal opportunity, labor standards, combating human trafficking, privacy acts, and other essential federal contracting provisions. The document emphasizes compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, ensuring secure and ethical conduct for all contractual agreements.