Americus 2025 CDBG

The City of Americus, Georgia is requesting sealed bids for a 2025 Community Development Block Grant infrastructure project encompassing storm drain system improvements and water system expansion, with bids due August 11, 2026 at 11 a.m. at Americus City Hall. The project is a Section 3 Covered Contract under HUD; Section 3 Business Concerns are encouraged to apply, and Section 3 documentation is required prior to Notice of Award. Build America, Buy America (BABA) compliance applies under 41 USC 8301 note, subject to HUD's phased implementation waiver for FY 2022 and 2023.

The scope comprises storm drain system improvements with traffic control and erosion control measures, including construction of 208 linear feet of 54-inch reinforced concrete pipe and 198 linear feet of 36-inch reinforced concrete pipe. The water system improvement component includes approximately 3,772 linear feet of 6-inch PVC C900 water main installation with all necessary appurtenances. All work must be completed within 180 consecutive calendar days from the date of notice to proceed.

Sealed bids must be accompanied by a Bidder's Bond equal to 10 percent of the bid amount, payable to the City of Americus, forfeitable as liquidated damages if the bidder fails to execute the contract and provide required Performance and Payment Bonds and Insurance Certificates. Bid documents, plans, and specifications are available for review at the Mayor's office and at Hofstadter and Associates, Inc., Consulting Engineers in Macon, Georgia, with copies obtainable upon deposit of $200 per set with no refund for returned documents. Bids arriving after the designated time will be returned unopened. No bids may be withdrawn for 60 days after bid opening. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to overlook informalities or irregularities. The City is committed to affirmative fair housing and equal access regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, disability, or age.