GJ26-70 Highland City Well #1 and Well #5 Chlorination

Highland City, located in Utah's Salt Lake County, is seeking bids for a critical infrastructure project involving chlorination systems for two municipal water wells (Well #1 and Well #5). The procurement opportunity, designated as GJ26-70, requires a comprehensive installation of complete chlorination equipment, including piping modifications, electrical work, HVAC systems, and shed structures at two specific well locations. Bidders must demonstrate prior experience by having completed at least three similar drinking water chlorination projects within the past five years. The project demands substantial completion by May 15, 2026, with final completion by June 15, 2026, and includes liquidated damages of $500 per day for delays. Key submission deadlines include a pre-bid meeting on December 16, 2025, at 3:00 PM Mountain Time, with written questions due via Utah Public Procurement Place (U3P) by January 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Bid submissions are required by January 8, 2026, no later than 10:00 AM, with bid security equal to 5 percent of the bid amount mandatory. Evaluation criteria will likely include technical capabilities, prior experience, and compliance with detailed project specifications outlined in the bidding documents.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Contractors must provide comprehensive general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 general aggregate, along with workers' compensation, automobile liability, and umbrella coverage. Payment to the successful contractor will be structured as monthly disbursements at 95 percent of completed work value, with 5 percent retained until substantial completion. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the project involves extensive infrastructure work including two 6' x 6' x 8' tall chlorination buildings, piping systems, chlorine analyzers, injection equipment, pumps, and control panels. The project requires compliance with 2021 International Building Code and Highland City standards. Potential bidders should note that this is a direct procurement by Highland City, with the contract award not being posted on the state purchasing website, necessitating direct communication with the city for final award details.