Purchase and Installation of a Portable Vehicle Wash Bay with Water Reclamation/Treatment System

Crisp County is seeking a procurement for the purchase and installation of a portable vehicle wash bay with water reclamation/treatment system through a competitive bidding process. The solicitation requires a vehicle wash bay system constructed of durable materials capable of accommodating vehicles up to 35 feet in length and weighing up to 45,000 pounds. The system will be installed in an open-air covered bay measuring approximately 30 feet wide and 60 feet long. Sealed bids are due by February 10, 2025, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for January 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Prospective contractors must demonstrate experience by providing proof of completing at least three similar contracts valued at $50,000 or more within the past five years. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with work to be completed within 90 consecutive calendar days after receiving the notice to proceed.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability ($500,000 limit), auto liability ($500,000 limit), and umbrella liability ($1,000,000 limit). The city will retain 10% of each progress payment until final project completion, and the contractor must provide warranties on all materials and workmanship. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the contract involves the installation of a sophisticated vehicle wash bay system with water reclamation capabilities, suggesting a potential project value in the range of $75,000 to $150,000. The contract requires the contractor to install a three-compartment water recycling unit for treating wastewater from vehicle washing operations, indicating a focus on environmental sustainability and efficient resource management.