New Spring Creek Water Treatment Plant RFP

The Liberty County, Georgia, Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks a Design-Build contractor for the New Spring Creek Water Treatment Plant project. The procurement involves constructing a new water treatment facility with specific technical requirements, including a 380-GPM Nanofiltration system at the Spring Creek Well and Tank Site located at 4245 Hattie Place. Proposals will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. EST on September 12, 2025, at the Lowndes County Administration Building, with the county anticipating selecting approximately three contractors for interviews. Evaluation criteria will focus on Relevant Experience, Design-Build Experience, Governmental Entity Experience, Local Business Participation Plan, Qualifications of Key Personnel, and Stability of Company. Interested contractors must electronically request the full RFP by contacting Shawn Gell via email at Shawn.gell@lowndescounty.com or by phone at (229-415-6269). Proposals will remain valid for 60 days after the opening, and all proposal preparation and submission costs are the sole responsibility of respondents.

The project will be funded through Lowndes County SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax), with a total project budget of $6,000,000.00. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the RFP emphasizes local business participation as part of the evaluation criteria. The county reserves the right to engage in discussions and negotiations with potential contractors, suggesting flexibility in the procurement process. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are specifically mentioned in the available documents. Contractors interested in this opportunity should carefully review the full RFP documentation and ensure they meet the comprehensive qualification criteria outlined in the solicitation. The project represents a significant municipal infrastructure investment aimed at improving water treatment capabilities in the region.