January 2026

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

CONTRACT, PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS

FOR

CONSTRUCTING WATER REHABILITATION

THE BOARD OF WATER, LIGHT AND SINKING FUND COMMISSIONERS

OF

THE CITY OF DALTON, GEORGIA

2026 WATER REHABILITATION PROJECT

COMMISSIONERS

JOE YARBROUGH – CHAIRMAN

KEVIN BRUNSON

TOMMY BOGGS

ED ANTHONY

JACKIE KILLINGS

JOHN THOMAS

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2026 WATER REHABILITATION PROJECT

FOR

THE WATER, LIGHT AND SINKING FUND COMMISSION

OF

THE CITY OF DALTON, GEORGIA

Advertisement for Bids……………………………………………….…………… 001113

Instructions to Bidders………………………………………………….…………. 002113

Bid…………………………………………………………………….…………… 004113

Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder…………………………….…………... 004519

Corporate Certificate………………………………………………….…………… 004543

Statement of License Certificate…………………………………………………...

E-Verify Affidavit…………..……………………………………………………..

004546

004549

Construction Contract…………………………………………………………….. 005213

Performance Bond………………………………………………………………… 006113.13

Payment Bond…………………………………………………………………….. 006113.16

General Requirements and Conditions……………………………………….…… 007213

Allowances………………………………………………………………………… 012100

Owner Supplied Materials…………………………………………………………

Technical Specifications

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Trenching and Backfilling……………………………………………………. 312333

Erosion and Sedimentation Controls………………..………………………...

Boring and Jacking……………………………………………………………

312500

3330523.16

Asphalt and Concrete Pavement...……………………………………………

WC Roads Pavement Cut Detail

Water Main and Accessories…….……………………………………………

Attachments:

1. Water Index

2. Plan Sets

331100

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR

BIDS

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

2026 WATER REHABILITATION PROJECT

FOR

THE BOARD OF WATER, LIGHT AND

SINKING FUND COMMISSIONERS

OF THE

CITY OF DALTON, GEORGIA

D/B/A DALTON UTILITIES

Print Date: 8/4/2026

Sealed Proposals for 2026 WATER REHABILITATION PROJECT for the BOARD OF

WATER, LIGHT AND SINKING FUND COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF DALTON,

GEORGIA D/B/A DALTON UTILITIES (“Owner”) will be received in the Auditorium of the

Dalton Utilities Administration Building at 1200 V.D. Parrott Jr. Parkway until 2:00 P.M. local time September 11, 2026, at which time they will be publicly opened and read.

Work to be Done: The work to be done (hereinafter referred to as “Work”) consists of furnishing all materials and equipment, except those specified in the Bid, and performing all labor necessary for the following project (hereinafter referred to as “Project”):

Construct the 2026 Water Rehabilitation Project as shown in the drawings and specifications.

The project will include the construction of multiple roads: Carr Dr, Courtney Cir, Jacob Dr, Ina

Dr, Hurricane Rd, Old Hurricane Rd, Rhine Rd, S. Hurricane Rd, Lake Rd, Lindsey Memorial

Rd, Lower Gordon Springs Rd, Mountain View Dr, Palmer Dr, Rock Hill Dr

Rehab will consists of replacing existing pipe infrastructure, valves, fire hydrants, installing new services, connecting existing mains, driveway crossing (rock/concrete), etc…

The Contractor’s work also includes all erosion, sedimentation, and pollution control necessary for the project. The cost of any permits required for erosion control and land disturbing will be borne by the Owner. The Contractor will be responsible for the cost of any other permits or licenses required to complete the work. The Contractor will complete all necessary clean-up and restoration work to include filling, finish grading, grassing, landscaping, pavement repairs, driveway repairs, culvert repairs, drainage ditch restoration and other necessary restoration activities such that post construction conditions are EQUAL TO OR BETTER than those conditions that existed prior to any construction activity occurring.

The Owner is authorized to issue change orders, without the necessity of additional requests for bids, within the scope of the Project when appropriate or necessary in the performance of the contract. No additional work shall be performed unless authorized by the Owner. The bidder declares that it understands that the unit price quantities shown in the proposal are subject to adjustment by either increase or decrease, by the Owner, and that should the quantities of any of the items of the work be increased, the bidder proposes to do the additional work at the unit prices stated herein; and should the quantities be decreased, the bidder also understands that payment will be made on actual quantities at the unit price bid and will make no claim for anticipated profits for any decrease in the quantities, and that quantities will be determined upon

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Advertisement for Bids completion of the Work at which time adjustment will be made to the contract amount by direct increase or decrease.

Bidder Pre-qualification: Pre-qualification of bidders for this project is required. Bidders must submit a pre-qualification package containing requested information to the office of Dalton

Utilities by 5:00 P.M., local time, Thursday, August 27, 2026. All applicants submitting pre-qualification documentation will be notified of their status via phone call to the contact person listed on the package by 5:00 P.M. Friday, August 28, 2026. Only bids submitted by properly pre-qualified bidders will be opened.

Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting: A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 2:00 pm in auditorium at Dalton Utilities administrative building, addition information will be sent out to qualified bidders. If pre-qualified bidders do not attend, then Dalton Utilities will not open a bid from this contractor.

Time Allotted: All work as specified herein shall be completed within 365 calendar days of notice to proceed. Contractors submitting bids on project must be prepared to proceed with work within three weeks of bid opening.

Bids: Bids shall contain complete and detailed prices for labor, equipment, and construction materials for all items listed.

Contractor’s License: All bidders must possess any and all licenses and permits as may be required by applicable federal, state and/or local law/ordinances. The Georgia Utility

Contractor License Number shall be written on the face of the bid.

Performance and Bid Bond: A bid bond will be required in the amount of 10% of the total bid amount. A contract performance bond and a payment bond, in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price, will be required of the successful bidder.

Withdrawal of Bids: Except as provided in O.C.G.A. Section 36-91-43, no submitted bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids.

Additional Instructions to Bidders, Drawings, Specifications and Contract Documents:

Additional instructions to bidders, drawings, specifications, and other contract documents may be examined at Dalton Utilities, Watershed Engineering Services, 1200 V.D. Parrott Jr. Parkway, Dalton, Georgia. Drawings, Specifications and Contract Documents may be obtained at Dalton

Utilities’ website https://www.dutil.com/engineering/ or in person at Dalton

Utilities, 1200 V.D. Parrott Jr. Parkway, Dalton, Georgia 30721.

Acceptance or Rejection of Bids: The right is reserved to accept or reject any and all bids and to waive technicalities and informalities.

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Advertisement for Bids

Statutory Requirements: Notwithstanding any provision of this advertisement, all proposals must also comply with the minimum applicable requirements of Chapter 91 of Title 36 of the

Official Code of Georgia Annotated.

E-Verify Requirements: All contractors and subcontractors performing work for Dalton Utilities must participate in the E-Verify Program pursuant to the Georgia Security and Immigration

Compliance Act (SB 529).

THE BOARD OF WATER, LIGHT AND SINKING FUND

COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF DALTON, GEORGIA

By: John Thomas, Chief Executive Officer

INSTRUCTIONS TO

BIDDERS

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Print Date: 12/10/2019

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

2026 WATER REHABILITION PROJECT

FOR

THE BOARD OF WATER, LIGHT AND SINKING FUND COMMISSIONERS

OF THE

CITY OF DALTON, GEORGIA

D/B/A DALTON UTILITIES

Bids received until 2:00P.M., Local Time, September 11, 2026

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

I. Definitions:

Unless otherwise defined in this document, capitalized terms have the meaning defined in the Contract.

II. Evaluation of Bidders:

The Contract will be awarded pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 36-91-21 to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder whose bid meets the requirements and criteria set forth in the invitation for bids. A responsible bidder is a person or entity that has the capability in all respects to perform fully and reliably the Contract requirements as determined by Dalton Utilities (“Owner”). A responsive bidder is a person or entity that has submitted a bid that conforms in all material respects to the requirements set forth in the invitation for bids as determined by Owner. Factors to be considered may include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:

A. Determination of Contract Awardee:

1. The Owner reserves the right to award the project to the Contractor who presents a bid that is determined to be the best overall value to the Owner. This does not guarantee award of the project to the lowest bidder. Award of this contract will be based on a combination of price, schedule, previous experience on similar projects, references from other sources having employed the contractor, and all other requirements detailed in this document and all contract documents.

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Instructions to Bidders

Print Date: 8/6/2026

The Owner will determine which is the lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on:

a) Completeness: The completeness and regularity of the bid form.

b) Exclusions: Bid form without exclusions, alternatives, or special conditions.

c) Contract Time: The Contractor has a maximum of 365 calendar days to complete the project.

2. Bidder’s ability to begin the Work on this Project within three weeks upon the award of the Contract with sufficient resources to complete the Project by the Completion Date and maintain timely progress as determined by the Owner.

B. Qualifications of Bidders:

1. Each bidder must submit as part of its bid proposal a completed

Statement of Bidder’s Qualifications

2. The bidder must maintain a permanent place of business.

3. The bidder must have adequate technical experience on similar projects of comparable size.

4. The bidder must have sufficient resources (including but not limited to labor, equipment, and financial resources) to complete the Project by the Completion Date and maintain timely progress as determined by the Owner. The bidder should consider existing commitments in determining adequate personnel and equipment availability throughout the Project so as to stay on schedule and finish all Work by the Completion Date.

5. The bidder shall possess all necessary certifications for the bidder as an entity, for individuals it employs, and for all associated equipment to complete the Project by the Completion Date. Any reference made to necessary certifications includes but is not limited to conforming to the standards of all applicable technical society, organization, body, code, and standards. The bidder shall provide all materials needed to meet or exceed these necessary certifications including material fabrication, and the bidder shall provide all necessary testing and installation. In a case where the Owner establishes a more stringent qualification, the more stringent qualification shall prevail. In

002113-3 addition, necessary certifications shall include all applicable requirements of local codes, utilities, and any other authorities having jurisdiction regarding the Project. The bidder must have a damage prevention program in place providing for coordination of excavating with the Utilities Protection Center of Georgia and have the provisions for a readily available location for the excavation permit on site for the particular excavation. This information shall be delivered in writing prior to commencement of Work on the Project.

6. The bidder shall have all necessary licenses and permits to complete the Project by the Completion Date. All licenses and permits must give the bidder authority to perform the Work including similar licensing for reference in the bidder’s State of origin. This includes any permits required by Whitfield County for pavement cuts.

7. If the Contract is awarded to the bidder, the bidder must obtain and maintain insurance coverage of the types and amounts set forth in the Construction Contract.

III. Site Examination and Sub-Surface Conditions:

The bidder is expected to examine the location of the Project and to inform itself fully as to the conformation of the ground; the character of equipment and facilities needed preliminary to, and during the performance of the Work; the general and local conditions; and all other matters that can in any way affect the Work to be done.

A sub-surface investigation has not been made on any portion of the work site by Dalton Utilities. As such, the amount of rock excavation and unsuitable materials is unknown. The bidder shall make its own analysis of the materials to be encountered and include prices for removal and replacement of these materials in its unit prices.

IV. Interpretation of Drawings and Specifications:

If any entity contemplating submitting a bid for the Project has any question as to the true meaning of any part of the Drawings, Specifications, or other Contract Documents, or as to the scope of any part of the Work, it shall submit to the Owner a written request for an interpretation thereof. The entity submitting the request will be responsible for its prompt delivery in ample time for an interpretation to be issued before the bid opening date. Questions must be received by 2:00 pm on Thursday September 3, 2026. No questions will be answered within 72 hours of bid opening. Interpretations of the documents will

002113-4 be made only by addendum, and a copy of the addendum will be posted on the Owner’s website 72 hours prior to bid opening. The Owner will not be responsible for other interpretations of the documents. The bids shall be opened publicly, and evaluated by the Owner without discussion with the bidders.

V. Complete Work Required:

The Specifications, the Drawings, and all Contract Documents are essential parts of the Contract. Application requirements occurring in one are as binding as though occurring in all. All requirements are intended to be complementary, and to describe and provide for the complete Work.

VI. Pre-qualification Submittal:

1. The bidder shall provide Corporate experience including:

a.) The applicant has operated under the current corporate name for the last 4 years.

b.) Provide name, address, and telephone number of applicant’s corporate headquarters, relevant regional office(s) and subsidiaries, if any.

c.) Provide name, title and biographical summary of all corporate officers.

d.) The applicant has sufficient bonding capacity to provide performance and payment bonds, both in the amount of 100 % of the contract amount. Provide a statement of bonding capacity, bonding company, insurance agent contact persons, and telephone numbers.

e.) The applicant has access to adequate equipment to complete the project. Provide a list of major equipment proposed to perform the work and indicate whether owned or leased.

f.) The applicant has never failed to complete a project. Provide a statement that the applicant has never failed to complete a project.

If this is not the case, explain.

g.) The applicant has a history of completing projects consistently on time and within the bid amount. Contractor must provide a statement of any projects that were not completed on time.

Provide a statement that the applicant has not been involved in liquidated damages in the past 5 years or served the Owner with a claim for additional compensation prepared by an attorney or a claims consultant, excluding routing change order requests. If this is not the case, explain.

h.) The applicant has a history of not being involved in litigation against Owners or Engineering Firms. The applicant should

002113-5 provide a statement that they have not been involved in litigation as a plaintiff against the Owner or Engineering Firm in the past 5 years. If this is not the case, please explain.

i.) The applicant has available project management personnel with at least two years’ experience on projects with the technical characteristics listed in paragraph 2 below to complete the project.

Provide experience of proposed on-site project manager and/or field superintendent who would supervise and be in charge of the project. Experience can be from a previous employment but must be pertinent to technical information listed in paragraph 2. If your firm is the successful bidder, at least one of these key personnel must be actively involved in the day-to-day operations of the 2026 Water Rehab Project in Whitfield County, Georgia.

j.) List all other projects currently under contract, the current contract amounts, and scheduled completion dates.

k.) Contractor must provide OSHA Incident Rate for the past three (3) years.

2. The bidder shall provide Technical Experience including:

a.) Two water main expansion / installation projects of similar scale and technical difficulty of the 2026 Water Rehab Project must have been completed or started within the time frame of January 1, 2022 and January 1, 2026. Each of these projects must be complete or progressing on schedule as of January 1, 2026. Dalton Utilities will consider experience performed as a sub-contractor, provided that these projects were completed ahead of schedule and under budget.

b.) Projects must be at least $1,000,000.00, or that portion of a sub-contracted project must have been equal to or greater than $2,000,000.00.

c.) Contractor must have previous experience with the installation of water mains. List previous experience.

3. Provide the information specified below for each of the above projects:

a.) Name of the project as bid; name of Owner; name of engineering firm; name, position or title, address and telephone number of contact person currently employed by each of the above; percent of labor related items performed by the applicant’s own work force.

b.) A complete description of each project including linear footage of pipeline installed and associated diameters.

c.) The bid amount and final cost to the Owner, with an explanation of cost overrun, if any, including change orders.

d.) The contract time as bid, actual time to complete project and completion date, with an explanation of time overrun, if any.

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The applicant’s pre-qualification package should be signed by an officer of the company. Failure of the contractor to provide requested information or provide accurate information may result in contractor disqualification. No bid shall be opened unless the bidder has been approved by Dalton Utilities prior to the bid opening date. If the bid is submitted by a joint venture, all parties to the joint venture must individually satisfy the pre-qualification requirements. Final determination of the applicant’s qualification is the approval by Dalton Utilities.

The package must be received by the Owner not later than 5 PM on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Applicants will be advised of their pre-qualification status by 5

PM on Friday, August 28, 2026. This package shall be sent to the Owner at Dalton Utilities, 1200 V.D. Parrott Jr. Parkway, Dalton, Georgia 30721 Attention: Allen Peters.

BID

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BID

Project Description: 2026 Water Rehabilitation Project

Proposal of ________________________________________________________

(hereinafter called “Bidder”), To: The Board of Water, Light and Sinking Fund Commissioners of the City of Dalton, Georgia.

Gentlemen:

The Bidder, in compliance with your Advertisement for Bids for the construction of this project, having examined the Drawings and Specifications with related documents and the site of the proposed work and being familiar with all of the conditions surrounding the construction of the proposed project, including the availability of materials and labor, hereby proposes to furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supplies to construct the project in accordance with the Contract Documents, within the time set forth therein, and at the price(s) stated below. This price(s) is to cover all expenses including overhead and profit incurred in performing the work required under the Contract Documents, of which this proposal is a part.

Bidder hereby agrees to commence work under this contract on or before a date to be specified in written Notice to Proceed of the Owner and to fully complete the project within 365 consecutive calendar days thereafter as stipulated in the specifications. Bidder further agrees to pay, as liquidated damages, the sum of $ 1,000.00 for each consecutive calendar day thereafter as hereinafter provided in the General Conditions.

Bidder acknowledges receipt of the following addenda:

Bidder agrees to perform all necessary work as described in the Specifications and shown on the Plans to complete the Project as specified, including all appurtenant and accessory work for the attached price(s).

The attached price(s) shall include all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, overhead, profit, insurance, etc., to cover the finished work of the several kinds for which are called.

Bidder understands that the Owner reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and to waive any informality in the bidding.

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Bid

The Bidder agrees that this Bid shall be good and may not be withdrawn for a period of 60 calendar days after the scheduled closing time for receiving Bids.

Upon receipt of written notice of the acceptance of this Bid, Bidder will execute the formal contract attached within twenty (20) calendar days and deliver surety bonds and certificate(s) of insurance as required by the Contract Documents. 10 percent of the total Bid is to become the property of the Owner in the event the contract and bond are not executed within the time above set forth, as liquidated damages for the delay and additional expense to the Owner caused thereby.

Respectfully submitted:

By_________________________________ Signature

Title________________________________

Business Address

ATTEST:

Name_____________________________ (Please Type)

Title______________________________ (SEAL)

Note: Attest for corporation secretary; for a partnership by another partner; for an individual By a Notary.

Road Names Total Labor Cost

1 Carr Dr $

2 Courtney Cir, Jacob Dr, & Ina Dr $

3 Hurricane Rd, Old Hurricane, Rhine Rd, & S. Hurricane Rd $

4 Lake Rd $

5 Lindsey Memorial Rd $

6 Lower Gordon Springs Rd $

7 Mountain View Dr $

8 Palmer Dr $

9 Rock Hill Dr $

Total 2026 Water Rehab Amount $

2026 WATER REHAB SUMMARY

2026 Water Rehab - Carr Rd

BID SHEET

Carr Rd Labor & Equipment

Approx. Unit Total

Item No. Quantity Unit Description Price Price

1.) 460 LF Install New 6" Class 350 Ductile Iron Pipe $ -

2.) 1 EA Tie In Existing 12" Water Main (Hot Tap 12"x6") $ -

4.) 1 EA Install New Water Services $ -

5.) 1 EA Install Fire Hydrant Complete (includes fittings Tee, Valve, FH, Anchor

Couplings)

6.) 1 EA Kill Old Water Main $ -

7.) 36 Tons Stone backfill $ -

8.) 460 LF Grassing $ -

9.) 1 EA Remove Old Fire Hydrant $ -

10.) 5 EA Install Misc. Fittings (11.25, 22.5, 45 bends) $ -

Allowance Items

1.) 25 CY Rock Removal -$

2.) 25 Tons Additional Stone Backfill -$

TOTAL BID FOR PROJECT: -$

NOTE: Allowance items are for additional work order by the owner.

Contractors unit prices are all inclusive and cover all items detailed in the scope. Any erosion control measures required must be provided by the contractor (silt fence, grassing, check dams, etc) these materials will not be provided by Dalton Utilities. No separate payment will be made for the necessary erosion control, this cost shall be included in the unit priced for labor.

Signature: _________________________________________

Company Officer

Title: _________________________________________

Company Seal

Date: _________________________________________

2026 Water Rehab - Courtney Cir, Jacob Dr, Ina Dr

Courtney Cir, Jacob Dr, Ina Dr Labor & Equipment

Approx. Unit Total

Item No. Quantity Unit Description Price Price

1.) 4,200 LF Install New 6" Class 350 Ductile Iron Pipe $ -

2.) 2 EA Tie to Existing 6" Water Main @ both Int. w/ Quarrels $ -

4.) 43 EA Install New Water Services $ -

5.) 4 EA Install Fire Hydrant Complete (includes fittings Tee, Valve, FH, Anchor

Couplings)

6.) 2 EA Kill Old Water Main $ -

7.) 200 Tons Stone backfill $ -

8.) 4,200 LF Grassing $ -

9.) 4 EA Remove Old Fire Hydrant $ -

10.) 26 EA Install Misc. Fittings (11.25, 22.5, 45 bends) $ -

11.) 270 LF Asphalt Surface Repair $ -

12.) 160 CY Concrete Drive Repairs $ -

Allowance Items

1.) 100 CY Rock Removal -$

2.) 100 Tons Additional Stone Backfill -$

TOTAL BID FOR PROJECT: -$

NOTE: Allowance items are for additional work order by the owner.

Contractors unit prices are all inclusive and cover all items detailed in the scope. Any erosion control measures required must be provided by the contractor (silt fence, grassing, check dams, etc) these materials will not be provided by Dalton Utilities. No separate payment will be made for the necessary erosion control, this cost shall be included in the unit priced for labor.

Signature: _________________________________________

Company Officer

Title: _________________________________________

2026 Water Rehab - Hurricane Rd, Old Hurricane Rd, Rhine Rd, S. Hurricane Rd

Hurricane Rd, Old Hurricane Rd, Rhine Rd, & S. Hurricane Rd Labor & Equipment

Approx. Unit Total

Item No. Quantity Unit Description Price Price

1.) 21,600 LF Install New 6" Class 350 Ductile Iron Pipe $ -

2.) 1 EA Tie to Existing 8" Water Main (Hot Tap 8"x6")@ Mill Creek $ -

3.) 1 EA Tie to Existing 6" Water Main $ -

4.) 5 EA

Reconnect to Side Roads (Hoyt Dr, Rudy Dr, Franklin Hill Rd, Dusty Ln, &

Dug Gap Battle Rd

5.) 2 EA Kill Old Water Main $ -

6.) 101 EA Install New Water Services $ -

7.) 18 EA

Install Fire Hydrant Complete (includes fittings Tee, Valve, FH, Anchor

Couplings)

8.) 800 Tons Stone backfill $ -

9.) 21,600 LF Grassing $ -

10.) 18 EA Remove Old Fire Hydrant $ -

11.) 65 EA Install Misc. Fittings (11.25, 22.5, 45 bends) $ -

12.) 330 LF Asphalt Surface Repair $ -

13.) 90 CY Concrete Drive Repairs $ -

Allowance Items

1.) 600 CY Rock Removal -$

2.) 100 Tons Additional Stone Backfill -$

TOTAL BID FOR PROJECT: -$

NOTE: Allowance items are for additional work order by the owner.

Contractors unit prices are all inclusive and cover all items detailed in the scope. Any erosion control measures required must be provided by the contractor (silt fence, grassing, check dams, etc) these materials will not be provided by Dalton Utilities. No separate payment will be made for the necessary erosion control, this cost shall be included in the unit priced for labor.

Signature: _________________________________________

Company Officer

Title: _________________________________________

2026 Water Rehab - Lake Rd

Lake Rd Labor & Equipment

Approx. Unit Total

Item No. Quantity Unit Description Price Price

1.) 1,500 LF Install New 6" Class 350 Ductile Iron Pipe $ -

2.) 1 EA Tie to Existing 6" Water Main (Hwy 41) Hot Tap $ -

3.) 1 EA Tie to Existing 8" Water Main (Old Lake Rd) Hot Tap $ -

4.) 12 EA Install New Water Services $ -

5.) 2 EA Install Fire Hydrant Complete (includes fittings Tee, Valve, FH, Anchor

Couplings)

6.) 2 EA Kill Old Water Main $ -

7.) 54 Tons Stone backfill $ -

8.) 1,500 LF Grassing $ -

9.) 2 EA Remove Old Fire Hydrant $ -

10.) 5 EA Install Misc. Fittings (11.25, 22.5, 45 bends) $ -

11.) 20 LF Asphalt Surface Repair $ -

Allowance Items

1.) 15 CY Rock Removal -$

2.) 25 Tons Additional Stone Backfill -$

TOTAL BID FOR PROJECT: -$

NOTE: Allowance items are for additional work order by the owner.

Contractors unit prices are all inclusive and cover all items detailed in the scope. Any erosion control measures required must be provided by the contractor (silt fence, grassing, check dams, etc) these materials will not be provided by Dalton Utilities. No separate payment will be made for the necessary erosion control, this cost shall be included in the unit priced for labor.

Signature: _________________________________________

Company Officer

Title: _________________________________________

2026 Water Rehab - Lindsey Memorial Rd

Lindsey Memorial Rd Labor & Equipment

Approx. Unit Total

Item No. Quantity Unit Description Price Price

1.) 2,900 LF Install New 8" Class 350 Ductile Iron Pipe $ -

2.) 1 EA Tie to Existing 12" Water Main (Hot Tap 12"x8") $ -

3.) 1 EA Tie to Existing 8" Water Main @ Mill Creek Rd (Hot Tap) $ -

3.) 10 EA Install New Water Services $ -

4.) 2 EA Install Fire Hydrant Complete (includes fittings Tee, Valve, FH, Anchor

Couplings)

5.) 1 EA Kill Old Water Main $ -

6.) 70 Tons Stone backfill $ -

7.) 2,900 LF Grassing $ -

8.) 2 EA Remove Old Fire Hydrant $ -

9.) 10 EA Install Misc. Fittings (11.25, 22.5, 45 bends) $ -

10.) 20 LF Asphalt Surface Repair $ -

11.) 14 CY Concrete Drive Repairs $ -

Allowance Items

1.) 18 CY Rock Removal -$

2.) 10 Tons Additional Stone Backfill -$

TOTAL BID FOR PROJECT: -$

NOTE: Allowance items are for additional work order by the owner.

Contractors unit prices are all inclusive and cover all items detailed in the scope. Any erosion control measures required must be provided by the contractor (silt fence, grassing, check dams, etc) these materials will not be provided by Dalton Utilities. No separate payment will be made for the necessary erosion control, this cost shall be included in the unit priced for labor.

Signature: _________________________________________

Company Officer

Title: _________________________________________

2026 Water Rehab - Lower Gordon Springs Rd

Lower Gordon Springs Rd Labor & Equipment

Approx. Unit Total

Item No. Quantity Unit Description Price Price

1.) 6,000 LF Install New 8" Class 350 Ductile Iron Pipe $ -

2.) 1 EA Tie to Existing 8" Water Main ( Future Use Valve) $ -

3.) 19 EA Install New Water Services $ -

4.) 5 EA Install Fire Hydrant Complete (includes fittings Tee, Valve, FH, Anchor

Couplings)

5.) 1 EA Kill Old Water Main $ -

6.) 100 Tons Stone backfill $ -

7.) 6,000 LF Grassing $ -

8.) 5 EA Remove Old Fire Hydrant $ -

9.) 10 EA Install Misc. Fittings (11.25, 22.5, 45 bends) $ -

10.) 20 LF Asphalt Surface Repair $ -

11.) 7 CY Concrete Drive Repairs $ -

Allowance Items

1.) 10 CY Rock Removal -$

2.) 10 Tons Additional Stone Backfill -$

TOTAL BID FOR PROJECT: -$

NOTE: Allowance items are for additional work order by the owner.

Contractors unit prices are all inclusive and cover all items detailed in the scope. Any erosion control measures required must be provided by the contractor (silt fence, grassing, check dams, etc) these materials will not be provided by Dalton Utilities. No separate payment will be made for the necessary erosion control, this cost shall be included in the unit priced for labor.

Signature: _________________________________________

Company Officer

Title: _________________________________________

2026 Water Rehab - Mountain View Dr

Mountain View Dr Labor & Equipment

Approx. Unit Total

Item No. Quantity Unit Description Price Price

1.) 1,450 LF Install New 6" Class 350 Ductile Iron Pipe $ -

1.) 1 EA Tie to Existing 12" Water Main (12"x6" HOT TAP) $ -

2.) 1 EA Tie to Existing 6" Water Main (6"x6" ) $ -

3.) 4 EA Install New Water Services $ -

4.) 1 EA Install Fire Hydrant Complete (includes fittings Tee, Valve, FH, Anchor

Couplings)

5.) 2 EA Kill Old Water Main $ -

6.) 40 Tons Stone backfill $ -

7.) 1,450 LF Grassing $ -

8.) 1 EA Remove Old Fire Hydrant $ -

9.) 10 EA Install Misc. Fittings (11.25, 22.5, 45 bends) $ -

10.) 60 LF Asphalt Surface Repair $ -

11.) 24 CY Concrete Drive Repairs $ -

Allowance Items

1.) 10 CY Rock Removal -$

2.) 10 Tons Additional Stone Backfill -$

TOTAL BID FOR PROJECT: -$

NOTE: Allowance items are for additional work order by the owner.

Contractors unit prices are all inclusive and cover all items detailed in the scope. Any erosion control measures required must be provided by the contractor (silt fence, grassing, check dams, etc) these materials will not be provided by Dalton Utilities. No separate payment will be made for the necessary erosion control, this cost shall be included in the unit priced for labor.

Signature: _________________________________________

Company Officer

Title: _________________________________________

2026 Water Rehab - Palmer Dr

Palmer Dr Labor & Equipment

Approx. Unit Total

Item No. Quantity Unit Description Price Price

1.) 1,400 LF Install New 6" Class 350 Ductile Iron Pipe $ -

2.) 1 EA Tie to Existing 12" Water Main (12"x6" HOT TAP) $ -

3.) 10 EA Install New Water Services $ -

4.)

2 EA Install Fire Hydrant Complete (includes fittings Tee, Valve, FH, Anchor

Couplings)

5.) 1 EA Kill Old Water Main $ -

6.) 80 Tons Stone backfill $ -

7.) 1,400 LF Grassing $ -

8.) 1 EA Remove Old Fire Hydrant $ -

9.) 10 EA Install Misc. Fittings (11.25, 22.5, 45 bends) $ -

10.) 180 LF Asphalt Surface Repair $ -

11.) 12 CY Concrete Drive Repairs $ -

Allowance Items

1.) 10 CY Rock Removal -$

2.) 10 Tons Additional Stone Backfill -$

TOTAL BID FOR PROJECT: -$

NOTE: Allowance items are for additional work order by the owner.

Contractors unit prices are all inclusive and cover all items detailed in the scope. Any erosion control measures required must be provided by the contractor (silt fence, grassing, check dams, etc) these materials will not be provided by Dalton Utilities. No separate payment will be made for the necessary erosion control, this cost shall be included in the unit priced for labor.

Signature: _________________________________________

Company Officer

Title: _________________________________________

2026 Water Rehab - Rock Hill Dr

Rock Hill Dr Labor & Equipment

Approx. Unit Total

Item No. Quantity Unit Description Price Price

1.) 2,400 LF Install New 6" Class 350 Ductile Iron Pipe $ -

2.) 1 EA Tie to Existing 12" Water Main (12"x6" HOT TAP) $ -

3.) 1 EA Reconnect Side Roads (Belfast Ln & Old Segars Rd) $ -

4.) 18 EA Install New Water Services $ -

5.)

3 EA Install Fire Hydrant Complete (includes fittings Tee, Valve, FH, Anchor

Couplings)

6.) 1 EA Kill Old Water Main $ -

7.) 120 Tons Stone backfill $ -

8.) 1,500 LF Grassing $ -

9.) 2 EA Remove Old Fire Hydrant $ -

10.) 20 EA Install Misc. Fittings (11.25, 22.5, 45 bends) $ -

11.) 70 LF Asphalt Surface Repair $ -

12.) 14 CY Concrete Drive Repairs $ -

Allowance Items

1.) 40 CY Rock Removal -$

2.) 10 Tons Additional Stone Backfill -$

TOTAL BID FOR PROJECT: -$

NOTE: Allowance items are for additional work order by the owner.

Contractors unit prices are all inclusive and cover all items detailed in the scope. Any erosion control measures required must be provided by the contractor (silt fence, grassing, check dams, etc) these materials will not be provided by Dalton Utilities. No separate payment will be made for the necessary erosion control, this cost shall be included in the unit priced for labor.

Signature: _________________________________________

Company Officer

Title: _________________________________________

NON-COLLUSION

AFFIDAVIT OF PRIME

BIDDER

004519

004519

Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder

STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF WHITFIELD

_____________ , being first duly sworn, deposes and says that:

He is _______ of ________________________, the Bidder that has submitted the attached Bid;

He is fully informed respecting the preparation and contents of the attached Bid and of all pertinent circumstances respecting such Bid;

Such Bid is genuine and is not a collusive or sham Bid;

Neither the said Bidder nor any of its officers, partners, owners, agents, representatives, employees or parties in interest, including this Affiant, has in any way colluded, conspired, connived or agreed, directly or indirectly with any other Bidder, firm or person to submit a collusive or sham Bid in connection with the Contract for which the attached

Bid has been submitted or to refrain from bidding in connection with such Contract, or has in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement or collusion or communication or conference with any other Bidder, firm or person to fix the price or prices in the attached Bid or of any other Bidder, or to fix any overhead, profit or cost element of the Bid price or the Bid price of any other Bidder, of to secure through any collusion, conspiracy, connivance or unlawful agreement any advantage against the

Board of Water, Light and Sinking Funding Fund Commissioners of the City of Dalton or any person interested in the proposed Contract; and

The price or prices quoted in the attached Bid are fair and proper and are not tainted by any collusion, conspiracy, connivance or unlawful agreement on the part of the Bidder or any of its agents, representatives, owners, employees, or parties in interest, including this

Affiant.

(Signed) ___________________________ (Signature on File)

(Title)

Subscribed and Sworn to before me this ____ day of _________________, 2026.

_________________________ My Commission Expires:______________

(Signature on File) (Notary Public) (SEAL)

CORPORATE

CERTIFICATE

004543

004543

Corporate Certificate

CORPORATE CERTIFICATE

I, _____________________________________ certify that I am the Secretary of the corporation named as Contractor in the foregoing proposal; that ____________________

__________________________, who signed said proposal in behalf of the Contractor was then ____________________________ of said corporation; that said proposal was duly signed for and in behalf of said corporation by authority of its Board of Directors, and is within the scope of its corporate powers; that said corporation is organized under the laws of the State of _______________________ and its registered and in good standing with the ___________________________ Secretary of State.

This _______ day of __________________________, 2026.

(SEAL)

STATEMENT OF

LICENSE CERTIFICATE

004546

004546

Statement of License Certificate

STATEMENT OF LICENSE CERTIFICATE

Each Contractor bidding shall fill in and sign the following:

This is to certify that _ (“Contractor”) has fully complied with all the requirements of the Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board

Laws and Rules. The Contractor’s license number, other information outlined in the Instructions for Bidders, expiration date, and that part of classification applying to the bid shall appear on the envelope containing the Bid, otherwise the

Bid will not be considered.

The Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board issued to the

Contractor, Certificate No. _____________, expires on ________________.

Signed _______________________

Name _______________________

Title _______________________

E-VERIFY

AFFIDAVIT

004549

004549-1

E-Verify Affidavit

Contractor Affidavit under O.C.G.A. §13-10-91(b)(1)

By executing this affidavit, the undersigned contractor verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A. §13-

10-91, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm or corporation which is engaged in the physical performance of services on behalf of the Water, Light and Sinking Fund Commission of the City of Dalton, Georgia d/b/a Dalton Utilities has registered with, is authorized to use and uses the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify, or any subsequent replacement program, in accordance with the applicable provisions and deadlines established in O.C.G.A. §13-10-91. Furthermore, the undersigned contractor will continue to use the federal work authorization program throughout the contract period and the undersigned contractor will contract for the physical performance of services in satisfaction of such contract only with subcontractors who present an affidavit to the contractor with the information required by O.C.C.A. §13-10-91(b). Contractor hereby attests that its federal work authorization user identification number and date of authorization are as follows:

Federal Work Authorization User Identification Number

Date of Authorization

Name of Contractor

Name of Project

Name of Public Employer

I hereby declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Executed on ______________, ___, 2026 in ________________ (city), ___________ (state).

Signature of Authorized Officer or Agent

Printed Name and Title of Authorized Officer or Agent

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN BEFORE ME

ON THIS THE ____ DAY OF____________, 2026.

NOTARY PUBLIC

My Commission Expires: _____________

004549-2

Subcontractor Affidavit under O.C.G.A. §13-10-91(b)(3)

By executing this affidavit, the undersigned subcontractor verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A.

§13-10-91, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm or corporation which is engaged in the physical performance of services under a contract with ______________________________ (name of contractor) on behalf of the Water, Light and Sinking Fund Commission of the City of Dalton, Georgia d/b/a Dalton

Utilities has registered with, is authorized to use and uses the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify, or any subsequent replacement program, in accordance with the applicable provisions and deadlines established in OC.G.A. §13-10-91. Furthermore, the undersigned subcontractor will continue to use the federal work authorization program throughout the contract period and the undersigned subcontractor will contract for the physical performance of services in satisfaction of such contract only with sub-subcontractors who present an affidavit to the subcontractor with the information required by O.C.G.A. §13-10-91(b). Additionally, the undersigned subcontractor will forward notice of the receipt of an affidavit from a sub-subcontractor to the contractor within five business days of receipt. If the undersigned subcontractor receives notice of receipt of an affidavit from any sub-subcontractor that has contracted with a sub-subcontractor to forward, within five business days of receipt, a copy of such notice to the contractor. Subcontractor hereby attests that its federal work authorization user identification number and date of authorization are as follows:

Name of Subcontractor

Executed on ___________, ___ 2026 in __________________ (city), ________ (state).

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN BEFORE ME ON THIS THE ___ DAY OF__________, 2026.

My Commission Expires: _______________

004549-3

Sub-subcontractor Affidavit under O.C.GA. §13-l0-91(b)(4)

By executing this affidavit, the undersigned sub-subcontractor verifies its compliance with

O.C.G.A. §13-10-91, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm or corporation which is engaged in the physical performance of services under a contract for ___________________________________ (name of subcontractor or sub-subcontractor with whom such. sub-subcontractor has privity of contract) and

__________________________________________ (name of contractor) on behalf of the Water, Light and

Sinking Fund Commission of the City of Dalton, Georgia d/b/a Dalton Utilities has registered with, is authorized to use and uses the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify, or any subsequent replacement program, in accordance with the applicable provisions and deadlines established in

O.C.G.A. §13-10-91. Furthermore, the undersigned sub-subcontractor will continue to use the federal work authorization program throughout the contract period and the undersigned sub-subcontractor will contract for the physical performance of services in satisfaction of such contract only with sub-subcontractors who present an affidavit to the sub-subcontractor with the information required by O.C.G.A. §13-10-91(b). The undersigned sub-subcontractor shall submit, at the time of such contract, this affidavit to

_________________________________________ (name of subcontractor or sub-subcontractor with whom such sub-subcontractor has privity of contract). Additionally, the undersigned sub-subcontractor will forward notice of the receipt of any affidavit from a sub-subcontractor to

_________________________________________ (name of subcontractor or sub-subcontractor with whom such sub-subcontractor has privity of contract). Sub-subcontractor hereby attests that its federal work authorization user identification number and date of authorization are as follows:

Name of Sub-subcontractor

Executed on ___________, _____, 2026 in __________________ (city), ______(state).

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN BEFORE ME ON THIS THE __ DAY OF___________,2026.

My Commission Expires: _____________

CONSTRUCTION

CONTRACT

005213

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT

2026 WATER REHABILITATION PROJECT

This construction contract (“Contract”) is made and entered into on the _______ day of ______________, 2026, by and between THE BOARD OF WATER, LIGHT AND

SINKING FUND COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF DALTON, D/B/A DALTON

UTILITIES, hereinafter called the “Owner” and , hereinafter called the “Contractor”.

WITNESSETH:

That for in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein contained and other good and valuable considerations, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto do agree as follows:

1. Definitions. As used in this Contract, the following terms are defined as follows:

A. “Contract Documents” mean and include the following (and all exhibits and amendments thereto):

(i) Advertisement for Bids;

(ii) Instructions to Bidders;

(iii) Contractor’s Bid;

(iv) Bid Bond;

(v) This Contract;

(vi) Payment Bond;

(vii) Performance Bond;

(viii) Notice of Award;

(ix) Notice to Proceed;

(x) Plans and Specifications;

(xi) Drawings; and

(xii) any and all Change Orders.

B. “Completion Date” means the date that the Contractor has completed all of its Work regarding the Project and all of the certifications and affidavits have been executed in compliance with the Contract Documents.

C. “Project” means 2026 Water Rehab Project, as previously described in the Contract Documents.

D. “Work” means all materials, supplies, tools, equipment, labor, installation, testing, and all other services necessary for the completion of the Project.

2. Performance of Work by Contractor. The Contractor shall perform all of the Work described in the Contract Documents and comply with the terms therein for the price set forth in the Notice of Award, as may be modified by Change Orders. All Work performed by the Contractor shall be subject to the inspection and approval of the Owner.

3. Changes from Plans and Specifications. Any and all changes from the Contract Plans and Specifications shall be approved by the Owner prior to any changes in the Work

005213-2

Construction Contract being performed. Any and all changes from the Contract Plans and Specifications that result in a change in the scope of work to be performed shall be approved by the Owner in writing by a written Change Order Form, executed by the Owner and Contractor prior to any changes in the Work being performed. For the purpose of this section, a change in the scope of the Work to be performed occurs whenever there is a change in the total price of the Contract or the scheduled Completion Date.

4. Time Period for Performance of Work. The Contractor will be required to complete all work for the project in 365 calendar days unless the time period is modified by a written Change Order that has been executed by the Owner and Contractor. In addition, the Contractor shall achieve completion dates as specified in the Contract Documents for specific tasks to be accomplished as part of the overall Project. Work shall begin on the date specified in the Notice to Proceed. The Contractor shall deploy labor, materials, and equipment such that Work is prosecuted regularly, diligently and uninterrupted, at a rate of progress that will ensure meeting all final or task specific completion dates.

5. Bonds.

A. Performance Bond. The Contractor shall provide a performance bond approved by the Owner in the amount of at least the total amount payable by the terms of this Contract and shall be increased as the total amount payable pursuant to this Contract is increased. The Contractor shall be required to maintain the performance bond in the amount of 100% of the total Contract price until the expiration of the warranty period.

B. Payment Bond. The Contractor shall provide a payment bond approved by the Owner in an amount equal to the total amount payable by the terms of this Contract as may be amended, for the use and protection of all subcontractors, and all persons supplying labor, materials, machinery, and equipment in the performance of this Contract.

6. Compliance with Laws, Regulations, and Contractor Requirements. The Contractor will comply with all applicable laws and with all the requirements of any and all federal, state, and local authorities having jurisdiction over said Work or any matters connected therewith. Contractor will also comply with all requirements contained in General Requirements and Conditions of the Plans and Specifications.

7. Payment for Work Performed. The owner will pay only for Work completed in accordance with the unit prices detailed in the bid and as otherwise herein stated. The Contractor shall submit invoices not later than the tenth day of each month to the Owner for the Work completed during the preceding month and will attach to such invoices a detailed summary of the Work completed during the preceding month and the Contract period to date in a format prescribed by the Owner at the pre-construction meeting.

Should the Owner not prescribe a format, the Contractor shall present the Owner with a format for review and approval prior to the first invoice being submitted. In preparing invoices, materials not subject to deterioration delivered on the Project site will be taken into consideration for inclusion in the payment request. The stored materials list must

005213-3 include a brief description (not just manufacturer’s name), invoice, material received during the period, and material used during the period. The eligible cost for on-site material included in the payment shall be the amount of the manufacturer invoice reduced by ten percent (10%) of the amount.