Harp 24-105

The City of Donalsonville is seeking bids for a gas line infrastructure project (Project No. 24-105) located in the Westbrooke Place Subdivision within Spalding County, Georgia. The procurement involves installing approximately 77,550 linear feet of 2" O.D. SDR 11-3408 poly pipe, including ten 2" poly line valves, one 2.5" x 2" bottom out hot tap, two 2" x 2" bottom out hot taps, and 57 service taps. Sealed bids are due on December 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM local time at the City Clerk's Office, with the project requiring completion within 30 consecutive calendar weekly days from the Notice to Proceed. Bidders must submit a bid bond or certified check for 5% of the bid amount and demonstrate compliance with specific technical requirements, including an operating system pressure of 50 psig. Key qualifications include holding a current utility contractor license from the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board and employing a full-time utility manager with a valid certification.

Bid documents are available from Harp & Associates for $150 per set, with the successful bidder receiving three free sets. For projects exceeding $100,000, contractors must meet specific licensing and certification requirements. The procurement does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Liquidated damages of $400 per calendar day will be assessed for project delays. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, transportation, tools, and resources to complete the work according to specified standards. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the comprehensive infrastructure project suggests a substantial investment in municipal gas line infrastructure. The contract appears to be open to qualified utility contractors who can demonstrate technical expertise and meet the specified licensing and performance requirements.