AWTP-(2) 1000 Hp Reservoir Vertical Turbine Installation

The Macon Water Authority is requesting sealed bids for the installation of two 1000 HP motors at the Amerson Water Treatment Plant Reservoir Pump Station, with bids due November 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and a mandatory pre-bid meeting on November 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at 703 River Bend Road, Macon, Georgia. The project carries a 51% self-performance requirement and a minimum 10% DBE subcontracting goal.

The scope includes furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and tools for motor replacement; crane provision; pump house roof removal and replacement; existing motor removal and transport to on-site storage; vibration detector provisions with laser-aligned shafts and new coupling installation for each unit; electrical disconnections and reconnections; vibration system installation and verification of proper operation; and vibration analysis before and after new motor installation. Bidders must purchase contract documents for a non-refundable $150 fee per set to be eligible.

The contract is awarded on a lump-sum basis to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with two base bid options: Option #1 provides standard motors meeting contract specifications, and Option #2 provides TEFC IEEE 841 motors. Both options include a 10% contingency amount at the owner's discretion. The contract term is 180 consecutive calendar days from the effective date. Daily liquidated damages of $200 per calendar day apply for delays beyond the 180-day completion period.

Each bid must include a Bid Bond equal to 10% of total bid price. The successful bidder must furnish Performance and Payment Bonds, each at 100% of the contract price. Required insurance includes Workers' Compensation, Employer's Liability, Comprehensive General Liability of $1 million per occurrence, Comprehensive Auto Liability, and Umbrella Liability of $5 million annual aggregate. Contractors must comply with federal work authorization under O.C.G.A. 13-10-91 using E-Verify, equal employment opportunity provisions, and drug-free workplace requirements. Questions are due November 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.