13450-20241210075817 Jxn Water

Wharton-Smith, Inc., serving as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for JXN Water, is soliciting competitive bids for the OB Curtis Water Treatment Plant Chemical Building Miscellaneous Improvements project. The procurement specifically seeks suppliers for Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) bulk storage tanks, including one 8,000-gallon soda ash tank, two 6,500-gallon liquid ammonium sulfate (LAS) tanks, and three 12,000-gallon aluminum chlorohydrate (ACH) tanks. Each tank must include comprehensive specifications such as manways, vents, inlets/outlets, ladders, hardware, and 2" insulation with heat tracing. Bidders must provide detailed pricing broken down by tank type, encompassing materials, freight, taxes, general conditions, and insurance. The project is funded through the State Revolving Fund (SRF) from the Mississippi State Department of Health and requires compliance with Davis-Bacon wage rates and American Iron and Steel (AIS) requirements. Key dates include question submissions due by December 20, 2024, at 5:00 PM CST, and final bid submissions due January 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with bids remaining valid for 180 days after submission.

The procurement includes specific Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) fair share objectives, targeting 3.1% MBE and 1.1% WBE participation. HDR Inc. is serving as the project engineer, and tank installation is explicitly excluded from the current bid scope. No pre-bid meeting will be scheduled, and potential bidders must carefully review all requirements related to federal and state compliance standards. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive tank procurement suggests a significant infrastructure investment for the water treatment facility. The project's adherence to SRF funding implies potential additional regulatory and documentation requirements for successful bidders. Prospective vendors should be prepared to demonstrate technical capabilities, compliance with federal and state regulations, and the ability to meet precise technical specifications for specialized water treatment infrastructure components.