This agreement provides funding to city of gardner to implement its project to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the city's water distribution system by replacing critical, century-old cast…

This agreement provides funding to city of gardner to implement its project to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the city's water distribution system by replacing critical, century-old cast iron water transmission infrastructure with modern 16-inch diameter ductile iron main as directed in the 2023 consolidated appropriations act or as identified in an approved technical correction if one has been approved for this project. Activities:the activities to be performed include the execution and implementation of a drinking water infrastructure construction project. Workplan activities consist of conveyance system improvements. The scope of work includes the installation of necessary valves and fittings along the main, allowing for improved flow control and section isolation in case of maintenance or emergency repairs. The new main will be installed within existing paved roadways and through a designated cross-country easement. Subrecipient:no subawards are included in this assistance agreement.outcomes:the anticipated deliverables include replacement of approximately 2,200 linear feet of an outdated 16-inch cast iron transmission main, originally installed in 1882, with a new 16-inch ductile iron main. The expected outcomes include improved water quality and reliability, reduce risk of water loss, enhanced system resilience, and long term sustainability. The intended beneficiaries include residents of garner, MA that are served by gardner's public water utility.