25025 water storage tank condition assessment and maintenance

The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County (ACCGov) is soliciting Pre-Qualification Applications for a comprehensive water storage tank condition assessment project, designated as RFPQ #25025. The procurement focuses on evaluating six water storage tanks located within Athens-Clarke County, with tanks ranging from 500,000 to 3,500,000 gallons and constructed between 1980 and 2007. Required services include detailed interior and exterior inspections, tank cleaning, professional photography, spot repairs, welding seam inspections, and disinfection procedures. Contractors must demonstrate specific pre-qualification criteria, specifically having completed at least three water storage tank assessment projects within the past five years involving tanks of 500,000 gallons or larger. The proposal documents became available on April 9, 2025, with a pre-qualification application deadline of May 14, 2025, and the entire project expected to be completed by March 2026. Evaluation criteria will assess contractors' corporate experience, performance history, insurance capabilities, and compliance with Georgia's E-Verify requirements.

The procurement includes an aspirational Minority and Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE) participation goal of 13%, indicating a commitment to supporting diverse business participation. Contractors must provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating technical expertise, financial stability, and operational capacity to successfully complete the water storage tank condition assessment project. The estimated project construction value ranges from $500,000 to $750,000, positioning this as a significant municipal infrastructure assessment initiative. Bidders will need to submit detailed documentation about previous projects, organizational capabilities, and their ability to meet the technical specifications outlined in the request for pre-qualification. Compliance with the Georgia Local Government Public Works Construction Law will be a critical component of the evaluation process. All interested contractors can find complete details and documents at www.accgov.com/bids, which serves as the primary information portal for this procurement opportunity.