Cleaning and Inspection of the Stones River WTP Membrane Feed Wells, Clearwells, River Intake, and Auxiliary Intake

The City of Murfreesboro, located in Rutherford County, Tennessee, is soliciting sealed bids (ITB-17-2026) for comprehensive cleaning and inspection services of critical water treatment plant infrastructure. The procurement targets licensed commercial diving contractors to perform sediment removal and detailed inspections of eight specific water treatment facility structures, including three membrane feed wells, two clearwells, two river raw water wet well intakes, and one auxiliary lake wet well intake. Required services encompass complete interior sediment removal, evaluation of internal structures, vents, ladders, equipment, bar screen inspections, and obstruction removal, all to be completed while facilities remain fully operational. Contractors must adhere to OSHA, EPA, TDEC, AWWA, and NFPA standards and provide high-resolution video recordings on DVD and comprehensive written reports with color photographs within 60 days of project completion. Electronic bids are due on December 11, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CST, with a public bid opening via Zoom. Evaluation criteria include the contractor's ability to perform within specified timeframes, three professional references from the past five years, demonstrated integrity, compliance history, service capabilities, and previous performance with the City.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must maintain comprehensive general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000, automotive insurance, and workers' compensation insurance, with the City named as an additional insured. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who meets all specifications and demonstrates capacity to perform the required work. The contract term is one year from the date of execution, with no specified renewal options. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, contractors must provide comprehensive unit pricing for all cleaning and inspection services across the identified water treatment plant facilities. The City of Murfreesboro is exempt from federal and state sales taxes and will provide a tax exemption certificate upon request. Contractors will be responsible for properly disposing of all debris and sediment in accordance with legal requirements and obtaining all necessary permits at their own expense.