Grit Room Force Main Replacement

The City of Brighton, Michigan is seeking a contractor to perform the Grit Room Force Main Replacement project at its Wastewater Treatment Plant, located in Livingston County. The procurement involves removing and replacing three existing force main pipes: two 12-inch and one 8-inch ductile iron sewer force mains, with an additional 8-inch force main to be abandoned. Key deliverables include installing new ductile iron pipes with protective epoxy coating, replacing valves and flow meters, and ensuring continuous operation of at least one 12-inch and one 8-inch force main during the project. The project must be completed by August 31, 2025, with an estimated two-week completion timeline. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on March 11, 2025, at 1 pm, and bids are due on March 26, 2025, at 10:00 am. Contractors must provide detailed company information, references, and financial status, with bid options including a base bid and an alternate for using HDPE pipe and fittings. Evaluation criteria will likely include technical capabilities, compliance with specifications, and overall project approach.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must demonstrate comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability, with minimum coverage of $2 million per occurrence. The City will provide three flow meters (two 8-inch and one 6-inch) for the contractor to install, which will need to be integrated with the existing Wastewater Treatment Plant computer and SCADA system. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the project involves significant infrastructure replacement and will require sophisticated engineering and construction capabilities. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any bid and will not be responsible for parts or equipment that do not fit or function properly. Contractors will be responsible for accurate measurements, coordinating shutdowns, managing wastewater flow, and ensuring complete project implementation according to the specified technical requirements.