Newport_Utilities_RFP_Clarifier_Rehab_Contact.pdf

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Clarifier Rehab Waste Water Plant
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092025-01
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Clay County, Tennessee

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This Request for Proposal (RFP) is issued by Newport Utilities, a municipal service provider in Tennessee, seeking sealed bids for a Clarifier Rehabilitation project at their Wastewater Plant. The project involves rehabilitating two secondary clarifiers, including replacement of below-waterline equipment, installation of new stilling wells, replacement of rake assemblies, and lower bearings and drive shafts. The project is expected to be completed within 90 calendar days, with bids due on September 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time. An optional pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and vendors are required to register on BidNet Direct to submit proposals. The bid opening will be publicly conducted, and Newport Utilities reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Newport Utilities serves Newport (Cocke County), Tennessee, and portions of surrounding counties, covering approximately 600 square miles, providing electric, broadband, water, and wastewater services. The project will be awarded as a single prime contract, and the successful bidder must furnish a payment bond. The anticipated Notice of Award is scheduled for September 23, 2025, following evaluation and Board approval. Vendors must electronically submit their sealed responses via BidNet Direct, with a free "Limited" package registration required. The procurement contact is John Johnson, Procurement Manager, who can be reached at jjohnson@newportutilities.com or 423-625-2843.

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Request for Proposal (RFP)

Clarifier Rehabilitation – Newport Utilities Wastewater Plant

General Notice

Newport Utilities is requesting sealed bids for the following project:

Project Name: Clarifier Rehabilitation Bid Opening: September 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM Location: Newport Utilities Main Office – Board Room, 170 Cope Blvd, Newport, TN

At that time, all bids received will be publicly opened and read aloud.

Project Scope

The Project consists of the rehabilitation of two (2) secondary clarifiers including, but not limited to:

• Replacement of all below-waterline equipment

• Installation of new stilling wells

• Replacement of rake assemblies

• Replacement of lower bearings and drive shafts

The Project is expected to be completed within 90 calendar days.

Bids will be received for a single prime contract on the basis described in the Bid Form. The successful bidder must furnish a payment bond. Newport Utilities reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Overview of Newport Utilities

Newport Utilities (NU) is a municipal electric, broadband, water, and wastewater service provider. NU serves Newport (Cocke County), TN, and portions of surrounding counties, covering approximately 600 square miles.

Vendor Qualifications & Submission Requirements

Newport Utilities is requesting qualifications and proposals from qualified contractors for this rehabilitation project.

• Submission Method: Electronic submission via BidNet Direct

• Bid Portal: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/tennessee/newportutilities

• Sealed Response Labeling: “SEALED BID – Clarifier Rehabilitation”

• Deadline: September 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM (local time)

Vendor Registration Instructions:

Vendors must register on BidNet Direct to submit a proposal. Registration is free by selecting the “Limited” package.

Steps:

1. Select Tennessee as your state.

2. Enter company information.

3. Toggle advertising option to OFF.

4. Select Finalize Registration.

For assistance, contact BidNet Support Team at 800-835-4603 (Option 2).

Pre-Bid Conference

Date: September 9, 2025 Time: 2:00 PM Location: 1419 W Hwy 25/70, Newport, TN 37821 (Auditorium)

Attendance is encouraged but not mandatory.

Project Schedule

• September 2, 2025: Contractor Invitation Issued

• September 9, 2025: Optional Pre-Bid Meeting

• September 12, 2025: Deadline for Questions

• September 16, 2025 (2:00 PM): Bid Opening at Newport Utilities Main Office

• September 23, 2025: Notice of Award (following evaluation and Board approval)

Issued By

Owner: Newport Utilities By: John Johnson Title: Procurement Manager Email: jjohnson@newportutilities.com Office: 423-625-2843 Date: September 2, 2025

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