2024 cdbg southern rushton mills redevelopment area phase i

The City of Griffin, Georgia, is seeking bids for the 2024 CDBG Southern Rushton Mills Redevelopment Area Phase I project, a comprehensive water infrastructure improvement initiative in Spalding County. The procurement involves the installation of approximately 3,860 linear feet of 6-inch, Pressure Class 350 ductile iron water main with related appurtenances, along with the abandonment of 3,207 linear feet of 6-inch asbestos-cement water main and 630 linear feet of 2-inch galvanized water main. The project will be finalized with approximately 12,012 square yards of street milling and overlay. Bidders must possess a current Utility Contractor License and submit sealed proposals by 2:00 PM local time on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. The project has a specified completion timeline of 180 days for substantial completion and 210 days for final payment. Bidding documents are available for a non-refundable fee of $300 for hard copies or $75 for digital versions, and all bidders must provide a bid bond or equivalent security of 5% of the total contract amount.

The procurement is designated as a Section 3 Covered Project under the HUD Act of 1968, with a strong emphasis on encouraging participation from Section 3 Residents and Business Concerns. The project is funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and is subject to the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA) requirements, which mandate that all materials, including iron, steel, other metals, lumber, and pipes, must be produced in the United States. The City of Griffin is committed to providing equal access to its services, programs, and activities regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, disability, or age. Successful bidders will be required to obtain performance and payment bonds at 110% of the contract amount. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the infrastructure improvements suggests a significant budget allocation for this municipal development project.