Engineering Design and Construction Services for PFAS Treatment System

The City of Norwich Department of Public Utilities (NPU) is soliciting proposals from engineering consulting firms to provide comprehensive engineering design and construction administration services for a Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) treatment system at the Norwichtown Well located at 242 West Town Street, Norwich, Connecticut. The procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP) focused on engineering services that encompass preliminary and final design plans, preparation of contract documents for construction bidding, bidding assistance, construction inspection, administrative support, and comprehensive project management. Key deliverables include detailed engineering designs, construction documents, DWSRF documentation, project start-up and close-out support, and post-construction services. The solicitation is specifically targeting engineering firms with expertise in water treatment system design and municipal infrastructure projects. The RFP opens on February 21, 2025, at 9:45 AM EST and closes on April 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT, with a vendor Q&A period running from February 21, 2025, to March 21, 2025. Interested vendors can contact Robert Castronova at 860-823-3770 or rcastronova@cityofnorwich.org for additional information.

The procurement appears to be open to all vendors without specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types. The project will be funded through the Connecticut Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF), which suggests potential compliance requirements and oversight. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, with payment terms to be vendor-specified. While no specific budget range or estimated total project value is provided in the solicitation documents, the comprehensive nature of the engineering services suggests a substantial municipal infrastructure investment. The project focuses on designing and implementing a PFAS treatment system, indicating a significant environmental and public health infrastructure improvement initiative. The requirement for extensive documentation, including certified payroll, labor interviews, and DWSRF-related paperwork, implies a rigorous procurement process with multiple layers of administrative and technical compliance. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate significant technical expertise in water treatment system design, municipal infrastructure projects, and regulatory compliance.