Repairs to Angers Avenue, Bernard Street and Hamburg Street Water Tanks

The Town of Rotterdam, New York is seeking bids for comprehensive repairs to water tanks located at 5 Angers Avenue, 1000 Bernard Street, and 2435 Hamburg Street. This Request for Bids (RFB) requires contractors to prepare engineering plans, provide labor, materials, and equipment to perform specific infrastructure improvements. Key deliverables include replacing access ladders with OSHA-compliant systems beginning 12-15 feet above grade, installing aluminum 8-foot ladder doors, and implementing flex cable safety climb systems with harnesses. For the Hamburg Street tank, additional work involves pressure washing concrete piers/foundations, sawcutting repair area edges, and repairing concrete cap edges. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including a company profile, safety plan, project schedule, references, and proof of New York State contractor registration. The bid is due on October 1, 2025 at 11:30 AM, with work to be completed during the 2025 construction season. The Town will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, evaluating not only price but also the contractor's capabilities and compliance with OSHA, AWWA, NACE, SSPC, and NSF standards.

The procurement allows for three ladder material options: painted steel (base bid), aluminum, and galvanized steel. Prevailing wage rates will apply, and contractors must comply with New York State Department of Labor requirements, including a mandatory 10-hour construction safety and health course for workers on projects exceeding $200,000. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned, contractors must be registered in New York State and demonstrate robust safety and operational capabilities. The contract will require performance and payment bonds, with the Town exempt from sales and use taxes on materials incorporated into the work. Though a specific budget range was not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the repairs and the multiple tank locations suggest a substantial project investment. Bidders should be prepared to provide detailed cost breakdowns and demonstrate technical expertise in municipal water tank infrastructure repair and safety system installation.