Pre-Qualification for Ductile Iron Pipe Water Main Construction Projects

The Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority (CCMWA) is conducting a pre-qualification procurement for ductile iron pipe water main construction projects in Georgia. The opportunity seeks to identify and qualify contractors capable of performing pipeline construction work on their approximately 200-mile water transmission system, which includes pipes ranging from 20 to 64 inches in diameter. Contractors must submit comprehensive pre-qualification packages that include five hard copies, one PDF copy on a USB drive, and separately sealed financial records, with the submission deadline set for 2:00 p.m. on January 5, 2026. The pre-qualification process will evaluate contractors based on demonstrated experience with ductile iron pipe installation, personnel qualifications, and financial capabilities. CCMWA has established four qualification categories based on pipe diameter, requiring contractors to have completed a minimum of three ductile iron pipe water main projects with over 50% self-performance within the past twenty years. Evaluation will be conducted by CCMWA's Engineering, Transmission, and Finance staff, with successful contractors recommended to the Board for pre-qualification status valid for a two-year cycle.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, but it does require contractors to comply with the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act and provide documentation of OSHA compliance history. Contractors must submit audited financial statements from the past three years, current bonding capacity documentation, liability insurance information, and detailed experience summaries for key personnel. The pre-qualification process allows contractors to apply at any time during the two-year cycle, though Board approval is required for final pre-qualification status. While specific project award values are not disclosed, the comprehensive application requirements suggest CCMWA is seeking experienced, financially stable contractors capable of managing significant water infrastructure projects. Interested contractors can direct administrative or technical questions to Austin Woodall at 770-514-5206 or awooodall@ccmwa.org, with financial information guaranteed to be kept confidential and returned or destroyed upon request.