Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare 2, standard loaf pans (8.5x4.5x2.75-inch) by spraying with nonstick spray. Set aside. (see notes for mini loaf option)
In the bowl of a stand mixer, mix the sugar, eggs and oil on medium low speed. Mix until creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Add the pumpkin and mix well, about 30 seconds.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, nutmeg, cloves, allspice and cinnamon.
On low speed, gradually add the flour mixture to the wet mixture and combine until fully incorporated, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the water and mix well.
Add the chocolate chips and mix until just combined.
Fill the prepared loaf pans about two thirds full.
Bake for 45 to 55 minutes. Insert with toothpick to check doneness. The toothpick should come out clean with a few moist crumbs. Bake an additional few minutes, if needed. (see notes for bake time for mini loaf)
Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Turn out the bread onto wire cooling racks and let cool completely.