AVCF Wastewater Pretreatment Plant Equipment Replacement - IFB

The Colorado Department of Corrections is seeking qualified contractors for a turnkey replacement of critical equipment at the Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility's wastewater pretreatment plant in Ordway, Colorado. The project specifically involves replacing two pieces of equipment: a Taskmaster Model TM1620 Grinder and a SPIRALIFT Model SC1600 Screenings Conditioner. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of two years in business, have completed at least two projects over $175,000, and show bonding capability up to $175,000. The procurement is a Design-Bid-Build (D/B/B) contract requiring electronic bid submission through BidNet Direct, with a mandatory pre-bid conference and site tour scheduled for October 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM MDT. Bid submittals are due on November 6, 2025, by 10:00 AM, with a public bid opening at 10:30 AM. Evaluation criteria include the lowest responsible bid, considering Colorado's resident bidder preference, and compliance with state labor and environmental regulations. The project requires comprehensive procurement and installation of equipment, including all necessary labor, materials, and associated electrical work to ensure continued operational reliability and compliance.

The contract has specific set-aside provisions, including a requirement that 80% of labor must be sourced from Colorado for projects over $500,000. Bidders must provide a bid guarantee of at least 5% and be prepared to execute performance and payment bonds within 10 days of award. Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses may receive preferential consideration. The estimated project cost is $185,000, with potential for additional costs related to labor, materials, and electrical work. Contractors must complete a Consent to Search Authorization and Registration form, demonstrating compliance with strict Department of Corrections facility access protocols. Wage rates for prime and subcontractors must be submitted, and projects over $1 million may require apprenticeship utilization. The anticipated award intent notification is set for November 12, 2025, with contract approval expected on November 14, 2025. Additional requirements include reporting embodied carbon emissions and using Environmental Product Declarations that meet specific Global Warming Potential limits established by the Office of the State Architect.