Operational Facilities and Treatment Optimization Improvements

The City of East Lansing is soliciting sealed bids for a comprehensive Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) Operational Facilities and Treatment Optimization Improvements project located in East Lansing, Michigan. The procurement opportunity, identified as contract number 200-13045-22002-S-1, involves extensive facility modifications including removal of existing equipment and incinerators, laboratory modifications, building renovations for offices and conference spaces, and substantial infrastructure upgrades. Key deliverables include improvements to heating and ventilation systems, electrical and security system upgrades, construction of a vactor dumping pad, Equalization Basin cleaning, and process piping and control system modifications. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 13, 2025, at the WRRF site, with sealed bids due by 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 6, 2025. The project has a projected contract duration of 600 days for substantial completion and 630 days for final completion, with liquidated damages of $2,000 per day for delays.

The contract appears to be open to all qualified bidders, with specific requirements including prevailing wage rates, Buy American Contract provisions, and compliance with federal and state regulations. Bidders must provide a bid security of 5% of their bid amount and comply with various insurance, bonding, and certification requirements. The project is funded through a State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan, with specific allowances totaling $375,000 for SCADA computing hardware, lighting fixture replacement, office furnishings, and laboratory equipment. Potential bidders must register on the Michigan Inter-governmental Trade Network (MITN) purchasing website to submit a bid. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a need for contractors with extensive experience in water resource facility improvements, electrical systems, and complex infrastructure renovation. The project encompasses improvements to multiple facility locations, including administration buildings, tunnels, and various plant process areas, with a focus on optimizing electrical and operational capabilities.