Repair and Painting of Elevated Water Tanks

The state of Georgia has posted a contracting opportunity for the Repair and Painting of Elevated Water Tanks in Lee County. The project consists of furnishing all materials, equipment, and labor for the repair and painting of two 100,000 gallon elevated water tanks. Sealed bids will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. The time of construction is 270 consecutive calendar days for substantial completion and 300 consecutive calendar days for final completion. A State of Georgia Utility Contractors License and a state "Utility Manager" certificate holder are required. Bidding documents may be obtained from Turnipseed Engineers for a $75.00 deposit, which will be refunded if the documents are returned in good condition within 30 days. Bids shall be on a lump sum and unit price basis, with additive alternate bid items as indicated in the Bid Form. Bid security shall be furnished in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders, and bidders must submit proof of qualifications to perform the work.

The advertisement indicates that Section 746 of Title VII of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2017 applies an American Iron and Steel requirement to this project. No further details are provided on set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Additionally, no information is given on any listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The advertisement does not specify a possible award value or budget range.