EFTA00804962.pdf
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PROPOSAL TO
Mr. Brice Gordan
For
REPLACEMENT OF THE SEAWATER
SUPPLY PUMPING STATION
The Saint James Group
UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS
15 OCTOBER 2018
PROPOSAL NUMBER 045-10152018
EFTA00804962
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION 3
PROPOSED PROCESS DESCRIPTION 4
EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS 5
COMMERCIAL TERMS 8
ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL 9
TERMS AND CONDITIONS 10
Retention of Intellectual Property Rights
retain all right,
Unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing, Gemini Seawater Systems LLC (GEMINI) and its affiliates
Proposal, including but not limited to: any plans, drawings,
title, and interest to any intellectual property contained in this
models, specifications , pads lists, bills of materials, data sheets, or other materials which may
schematics, renderings,
and confidential business information (collectively,
be subject to copyright trade secrets; patented subject matter,
Property
*Gemini Intellectual Property). The Saint James Group hereby acknowledges that any Gemini Intellectual
contained in this Proposal or disclosed in connection with this Proposal is presented by GEMINI solely and exclusively
copy,
for the purpose of this Proposal. The Saint James Group agrees that The Saint James Group shall not use,
consultants, or
reproduce, transmit, or disclose Gemini Intellectual Property to any of its officers, employees, agents,
evaluate and
any other person or entity acting on The Saint James Groups' behalf for any purpose other than to
merits of this Proposal. The Saint James Group further agrees that The Saint James Group shall not (i)
consider the
Property or any products or systems described or depicted
make, sell, offer for sale, or import any Gemini Intellectual
express written consent of GEMINI or (ii) copy, reproduce, transmit, transfer, or disclose
in this Proposal without the
third party for any
Gemini Intellectual Property or any products or systems described or depicted in this Proposal to any
reason whatsoever without the express written consent of GEMINI.
2018-1015
Copyright 2018OGSS
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INTRODUCTION
present this proposal for design, fabrication, installation
Gemini Seawater Systems LLC (GSS) is pleased to
system to serve the Little St. James desalination
and commissioning of a new seawater intake pumping
been sized to meet the current feedwater and pressure
system. The proposed seawater supply system has
well as those for the proposed expanded plant capacity
requirements of the current desalination system as
of 140,000 gallons per day (GPD).
rs, new PVC piping, priming system, and two
The upgrades pump station will consist of four basket straine
requirements of the desalination plant. Each pump
intake pumps, each sized to meet the flow and pressure
controlled by the main control panel located at the
will be controlled using a variable frequency drive (VFD)
in the required pressure at the inlet to the energy
RO unit. The VFDs will operate using a PID loop to mainta
sed design provides 100 percent redundancy.
recovery units and the high-pressure pump. The propo
, the VFD offer two other advantages:
In addition to controlling the speed of the intake pumps
electrical inrush as well as eliminating water
1. The drives slowly start and stop each motor, reducing
w. This is a major cause of valve and piping
hammer caused by the sudden stoppage of water flo
failures; and
ions for a new post operational flush that
2. The recent modifications to the RO plant include provis
the flush cycle. The VFDs now allow
requires the flow from the intake pumps to be reduced during
This flush results in the high-pressure and
the flush to be incorporated into he plant controls.
be stored in low salinity permeate rather
energy recovery pumps and the membrane elements to
or fouling.
than diluted seawater, reducing the potential for corrosion
t
rs and a priming system will be provided. The baske
In addition to the new pumps, four new basket straine baske ts fabricated
and equipped with removeable
strainers will be fabricated out of reinforced fiberglass
will include butterfly isolation valves.
from 2205 duplex stainless steel. Each basket strainer
the intake suction piping is flooded prior to the
A priming system will be provided that will utilize to insure
a submersible type pump rather than the current
operation on either intake pump. This system will utilize
and pump. The submersible pump is constructed from
end suction pump to reduce corrosion to the motor
ion.
titanium and composites to virtually eliminate corros
panel that will be equipped with main disconnect and
The existing control panel will be replaced with a new
PLC provided in Phase 1 will be relocated to the new
circuit breakers to feed each VFD. The new remote
panel.
nance program, a spare set of pump mechanical
As part of an effort to implement a preventative mainte
ory.
seals along with four spare baskets will be provided for invent
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PROPOSED PROCESS DESCRIPTION
Overview
feedwater pumping room to house four, high-capacity,
The seawater supply system will utilize the existing the
two intake pumps, the intake priming system, and
suction strainers for the removal of coarse objects,
t strainer will be equipped with inlet and outlet
required controls and electrical equipment. Each baske
the plant. Each forwarding pump would be
isolation valves to permit servicing without shutting down
valves, and pressure indicators. Pump operation
equipped with suction and discharge isolation and check
in enclosures adjacent to a new intake pump
will be via two new variable frequency drives (VFDs) mounted
pumps have been size to meet the flow and
control panel. The intake, piping and seawater forwarding
proposed pumps are constructed from 2205 duplex
pressure requirements for a 140,000 GPD RO unit. The
horsepower motors.
stainless steel (or maximum life and are driven using 15
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EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS
Seawater Supply
Butterfly
Strainer Inlet Isolation
Asahi
Manufacturer
4"
Size PVC
Material of Construction
4
Number Provided
Basket Strainers
Mer-Made
Manufacturer
4'
Size
Material of Construction Fiberglass housings with 2205 Duplex SSTL baskets
4
Number Provided
4 each, replacement baskets
Spare Parts
Butterfly
Strainer Outlet Isolation
Asahi
Manufacturer
4"
Size
PVC
Material of Construction
4
Number Provided
Butterfly
Intake Pump Suction Isolation Asahi
Manufacturer
4-
Size
PVC
Material of Construction
2
Number Provided
Seawater Intake Pumps
2
Number Provided
Ampco
Manufacturer
ZCH2 3 x2.5
Model
2205 Duplex Stainless Steel
Pump Fluid End
15
Motor Rating, HP
TEFC
Enclosure
Premium Efficiency/Severe Duty
Rating
2 Mechanical Seals
Spare parts
Vertical Positioned Swing
Intake Pump Discharge Check
Asahi
Manufacturer
4'
Size
PVC
Material of Construction
2
Number Provided
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Butterfly
Intake Pump Discharge Isolation Asahi
Manufacturer
Size 4"
PVC
Material of Construction
2
Number Provided
Pressure indicator
Intake Suction
Location
VVIKA
Manufacturer
4-1/2"
Size
30' Hg Vac. to 30 PSIG
Range
316 SSTL Wetted and Phenolic Case
Material of Construction
Glycerin
Liquid Fill
1
Number Provided
Pressure Indicator
Pump Discharge Header
Location
WIKA
Manufacturer
4-1/2"
Size
0 to 100 PSIG
Range
316 SSTL Wetted and Phenolic Case
Material of Construction
Glycerin
Liquid Fill
1
Number Provided
Priming Pump Isolation
Ball
Type
Asahi
Manufacturer
1.5'
Size
PVC
Material of Construction
1
Number Provided
Seawater Intake Priming Pump
1
Number provided
Tsurumi
Manufacturer
50TM2.4S
Model
Titanium
Pump Fluid End
1/2
Motor Rating, HP
Priming Solution Isolation
Ball
Type
Asahi
Manufacturer
1.5"
Size PVC
Material of Construction
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1
Number ProAded
Priming Vacuum Line Isolation
Y-Check
Type
GF
Manufacturer
1/2'
Size
PVC
Material of Construction
5
Number Provided
Priming Vacuum Line Isolation
Ball
Type
Asahi
Manufacturer
1/2
Size
PVC
Material of Construction
5
Number Provided
Priming Vacuum Line Isolation - At Basket Strainers and Suction Header
Ball
Type
Asahi
Manufacturer
1/2"
Size
PVC
Material of Construction
5
Number Provided
Priming Eductor
Pardee
Manufacturer
1.5'
Size
Glass reinforced polyethylene
Material of Construction
1
Number Provided
Low Pressure Piping
Schedule 80 PVC
Material
Connections Socket or 150 pound ANSI Ranged
316 Stainless Steel
Fasteners
Structural Aluminum
Structural Frames
Sand blasted
Finish — Metal Preparation
Finish Powder Coated (Electrostatic Resin Baked to 400 Degrees F.)
Fiberglass
Piping Supports
PVC or Fiberglass
Conduits
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COMMERCIAL TERMS
PRICING
Price for intake pumping system replacement are as follows:
Pricing
Description
$70,380
Seawater Pumping System Equipment, Fabrication, Installation and Commissioning
Spare parts $4,930
Total Price $75,310
taxes,
The above prices do not include shipping from Gainesville, Florida to project site or any applicable
duties or insurance. The above prices are valid for thirty (30) days from the date of this proposal.
PAYMENT TERMS
be due at
Because the proposed improvements have such a short lead time, 90 percent of the amount will
15 days once the intake pump station has been
the time of authorization with the final 10 percent due
installed and is commissioned.
SCHEDULE
order and
The equipment will be ready for shipment in approximately 6 to 8 weeks after placement of
pumping system
deposit. GSS will make every effort to ship sooner if possible. Installation of the seawater
proposed
is anticipated to take less than one week. This schedule assumes normal lead time for the
equipment.
VALIDITY
The above prices are valid for sixty (30) days from the date of this proposal.
SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE SAINT JAMES GROUP
During the construction phase of the project, The Saint James Group will provide the following at no charge
to GSS:
1. All taxes, VAT and/or duties that may be applied to the importation of the equipment;
2. All necessary permits to support pumping system modification
3. Shipping from Gainesville, Florida to project site;
4. Full access to the project site including transportation from Red Hook to Little St. James. Working
hours will be coordinated with staff;
5. Lodging, meals and local transportation for installation and commissioning crew;
6. Equipment for offloading and place at the plant: and
7. Disposal of any equipment not salvaged.
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ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL
between the parties,
This proposal when signed by both parties below, shall be considered as a Contract
may be amended or
and shall be binding upon the parties and their respective successors and assigns
modified only by further writings signed by both parties.
hereof and
This contract sets forth the entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter
or written, related to the subject meter
supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether oral
hereof.
The total price of the proposed upgrades is $ and the following items (from the Pricing
page) are not included in the Contract and have been deleted and initiated by Owner.
written below.
IN WITNESS WHEREAS, the parties have executed this Contract the date and year first
ACCEPTED BY:
THE SAINT JAMES GROUP(OWNER) GEMINI SEAWATER SYSTEMS (SUPPLIER)
8916 SW 44"' Lane
Gainesville, FL 32608
Representative: Representative: Dean Bedford
Email: Email:
Authorized Signature Authorized Signature
Printed name Above Printed Name Above
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Parties")
to The Saint James Group ('Purchaser) (collectively, 'the
This proposal by Gemini Seawater Systems ('GSS') al by Purcha ser, the propos al will function
acceptance of the propos
includes the following Terms and Conditions. Upon
as the agreement between the Parties ('the Agreement').
I. Definitions:
proposal.
a. 'Equipment* means au equipment specified in this
design , procur ement , project management, fabrication, installation and
b. 'Services* means all engineering,
to supply the system specified in the proposal.
commissioning included in this proposal that is required
Saint James Group desalination plant, Little St. James, the area
c. 'Site' means the property of The
locations in St Thomas where work is performed
immediately surrounding such property, and any other
in connection with the Agreement.
expire 30 days from the date identified on the cover page
2. Term of Proposal: This proposal will automatically otherwise expressly agree in writing. GSS reserves
unless the proposal is accepted by Purchaser or the Parties
time and for any reason, prior to acceptance by Purchaser.
the right to modify or withdraw this proposal at any GSS is
are F.O.B. point of origin unless otherwise indicated. If
3. Quotations of Prices: Al prices quoted by CSS s beyond those set forth in this propos al, Purcha ser agrees
requested or required to perform any additional service as any inciden tal and related expenses
service s, as well
to pay GSS's then-standard rate for those additional
incurred by GSS. after
months after Equipment start-up or eighteen months
4. Warranties by GSS: For the period ending twelve ent manufa ctured, sold, or otherw ise provide d by
that Equipm
shipment, whichever occurs earlier, GSS warrants cations include d in the Agreem ent,
plans or specifi
GSS will conform in all material respects to any descriptions, ts that any Servic es will be perform ed in a
. GSS warran
and will be free of defects in material and workmanship
ANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
good and workmanlike manner. THE FOREGOING WARR A
ANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
EXPRESS OR IMPUED, AND GSS MAKES NO WARR EMEN T.
STATED IN THIS AGRE
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OTHER THAN AS EXPRESSLY
Warra nties: Any perform ance warran ties stated elsewhere in the Agreement shall apply
a. Conditions on
with GSS's instructions when operated on water or other
only if Equipment is operated in accordance
Components and materials of the type that need
liquid having characteristics specified in the Agreement.
such as membranes, frames, gaskets, fitter
replacement periodically due to normal wear and tear,
t defects only as of the shipment date. unless
cartridges, pump seals and fuses, are warranted agains
to damage or wear resulting from accidents,
expressly stated otherwise. Warranties do not apply
ser or third parties : from failure to follow GSS's instructions for
negligence, abuse, or misuse by Purcha
or repairs not performed in accordance with
installation, operation or maintenance: or from alterations
GSS's instructions.
wishes to make a warranty claim. Purchaser shall
b. Inspection Required for Warranty: If Purchaser
is to be made.
return to GSS any item for which the warranty claim
shall assign to Purcha ser any manufacturers warranties of Equipment
c. Assignment of Warranties: GSS
are assignable, and Purchasers sole recourse
or materials purchased from others, to the extent they
shall be against the manufacturer.
GSS of any warranty claim, and Purchasers sole
d. Claims on Warranties: Purchaser shall promptly notify
electio n) of defective Equipment or the correction of
remedy shall be the repair or replacement (at GSS's
deficient Services. invoice
incurred and charges owed by Purchaser by commercial
5. Method of Payment GSS shall present any fees payme nts to GSS in full in lawful, free, and unbloc ked
against Purchasers letter of credit Purchaser shall make all
GSS delivers Equipm ent to Purcha ser, unless GSS
currency of the United States of America rU.S.A.-) at the time
ser mutua lly agree otherw ise in writing . GSS reserv es the right to review Purchasers credit prior to
and Purcha
ent shall be subject to GSS's approval of Purchasers
shipping Equipment, and GSS's obligation to ship Equipm
payment in advance. In the event that GSS requires
credit. GSS may require Purchaser to make full or partial
at the time the Equipment is shipped, unless the parties
advance payment, pro rata payments shall become due shall
is located outside the U.S.A. or its territories. Purchaser
mutually agree otherwise in wilting. If Purchaser by a first class U.S.A bank upon accept ance of
ed
delver an irrevocable letter of credit in GSS's favor confirm
Purchasers order.
within thirty (30) days after invoice, any unpaid amount
a. Delay of Payment If payment is not made in full
te
ohall boor interest at the ro of 5 i pernin t per month or the maximum lawful rate, if lower than 1.5
able attorney's fees, incurred by the GSS to
percent Purchaser shall reimburse cost, including reason
collect overdue amounts.
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notify GSS,
b. Dispute of Invoice: If Purchaser disputes any portion of an invoice, Purchaser shall
writing, and pay the undisputed portion within 30 days of
specifically identify the disputed portions in
receiving the invoice.
its employees, officers, directors,
6. Limitation of Liability: The collective liability of GSS, its subcontractors, and
and Services provided thereunder shall be limited
and agents in connection with the Agreement and all Equipment
Purchaser to GSS for such Equipment and Services. GSS shall not be liable for
to the amount actually paid by
special, indirect, incidental, consequentia l, or punitive damages, including lost profits or loss of use.
any
its directors, agents, and
7. Indemnification of Purchaser. GSS shall indemnify and hold harmless Purchaser,
reasonable attorney's fees, that proximately result from acts
employees against all claims and damages, including
of GSS, its directors, agents, employees, or subcontracto rs, in connection with any bodily injury,
or omissions
property resulting from work performed in connection with this
sickness, disease, or death or damage to
Agreement
agents, employees,
8. Indemnification of (3SS: Purchaser shall indemnify and hold harmless GSS, its directors,
including reasonable attorney's fees, that proximately result
and subcontractors against all claims and damages,
omissions of Purchaser, its directors, agents, employees, or contractors other than GSS, in connection
from acts or
to property that may occur at the Site, in connection
with any bodily injury, sickness, disease, or death or damage
this Agreement, or in connection with Purchasers obligations under this Agreement
with work performed under
a reasonable opportunity to
9. Right of Inspection: GSS shall provide Purchaser or its designated representative
inspect any Equipment prior to delivering the Equipment to a carrier for shipment. If Purchaser elects to inspect
shall bear all costs associated with the inspection. If Purchaser fails to promptly inspect
any Equipment, Purchaser
the Equipment, Purchaser will be deemed to have waived its right of inspection.
and tees imposed on
10. Payment of Taxes and Fees, Duties, and Fees: Purchaser shall pay all taxes, duties,
rs and agents, and Purchaser for the production, sale, shipment, or use of Equipment or
GSS, GSS's subcontracto
the provision of any Services in connection with the Agreement.
at least 21 days before
11. Shipment of Equipment: Purchaser shall provide GSS with complete shipping instructions
delivery date and shall arrange for receiving, unpacking, and installing the Equipment to be shipped.
the estimated
which is estimated based on conditions prevailing
The term 'estimated delivery date" refers to the date of shipment, delivery
at the time of quotation. Unless GSS expressly agrees otherwise, GSS does not guarantee the estimated
Unless otherwise agreed, Purchaser will
date. Any products offered by GSS from stock are subject to prior sale.
pay all shipping costs, fees, and insurance.
loss until the Equipment is
12. Assignment of Title and Risk of Loss: GSS shall maintain title and bear the risk of
delivered to the carrier for shipment. Upon delivery of Equipment to the carrier for shipment, title and risk of loss
shall pass to Purchaser upon delivery of Equipment to the carrier for shipment Notwithstand ing the transfer of
title and risk of loss, Purchaser grants and GSS maintains a security interest in all Equipment until GSS has
for any reason, payment shall become due on the date
received full payment If Purchaser delays a shipment
to make shipment and Purchaser shall bear the risk of loss and pay all expenses and fees
GSS is prepared
associated with transporting and storing the Equipment during the time that shipment is delayed.
U.S.A., GSS's acceptance
13. Exportation of Equipment: If Equipment is to be exported to any location outside the
is subject to GSS's ability to reasonably obtain, without unduly burdensome efforts, any applicable and necessary
export licenses Of permits.
export any
14. Compliance with U.S. Export Regulations: Purchaser wifl not, directly or through an intermediary,
related technology and information) to any country that is subject to embargo or similar
Equipment (including
of any such country or to any other person or
restriction under U.S. Export Regulations, or transfer it to a national
it, or put it to a prohibited end use, or transfer it with knowledge or reason to
company restricted from receiving
believe that it is intended for a prohibited destination, recipient or use.
perform due to
15. Force majeure: GSS shall not be responsible for any delays. damages, or failures to
beyond its reasonable control, including those caused by Purchaser. Purchaser shall extend the
circumstances
time for performance by GSS by a period commensura te with the amount of delay caused by such circumstances.
plans, drawings, specifications and other documents fumished by GSS in
16. Ownership of Documents: All
with Equipment shall remain the property of GSS, and Purchaser warrants that no use will be made of
connection
Such
such documents except to facilitate Purchaser's installation, operation and maintenance of Equipment.
to Purchasers employees only on a need-to-know basis and shall not be provided to
documents shall be provided
third parties without GSS's written consent.
GSS retains all right
17. Retention of Intellectual Property Rights: Unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing,
intellectual property contained in this proposal, including but not limited to any plans.
title, and interest to any
drawings, specifications, data sheets, or other materials subject to copyright trade secrets: patented subject
matter: and confidential business information.
representations made or
18. Reliance on Information: GSS will be deemed to have reasonably relied on any
any Equipment and the characteristic s of any liquids
information provided by Purchaser as to the intended use of
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r such representations are made or such information
to be treated by such Equipment, regardless of whethe
provided prior to, on, or after the date of the Agreement The
s an order, Purchaser shall deliver a payment to GSS.
19. Payment for Cancelled Orders: If Purchaser cancel comple ted prior to and on the date of cancellation,
for all work
payment shall include a pro rata payment to GSS
ss related to the order, allowances for overhead and
inventory obtained for the cancelled order, work in progre
ating subcontractors, and closing out the project.
profit, and reasonable costs of winding up the work, termin .
Equipment to GSS without GSS's prior written authorization
20. Return of Equipment: Purchaser may not return any if Purcha ser is
Purchaser is in breach of the Agreement or
21. Termination and Suspension of Agreement: If
under this Agreement or any other agreement between GSS and
overdue on any payment owed to GSS
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