Replace Clarifier

This is a state and local contract opportunity issued by Anderson County and Texarkana City, Texas to replace the mechanical parts of the clarifier at the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) - Michael Unit packing plant located in Tennessee Colony. The project involves removing the existing non-compliant metal components, repairing and coating the concrete clarifier, and installing new components including a drive assembly, scraper mechanism, effluent weir, and electrical services. The contractor will be required to have experience with similar projects completed within the last 10 years and must submit a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan. A pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for September 6, 2023, and bids are due by September 29, 2023. The estimated budget for the project is $1,715,200.00, and the contractor will be required to complete the work within 462 days of the notice to proceed.

The contract opportunity has a good faith effort requirement for HUBs to participate in at least 21.1% of the total contract value. A 5% bid deposit and 100% performance and payment bonds are required upon award. The project will be funded by the state, and the minimum wage rates prescribed in the Special Conditions must be paid. No information is provided about any incumbent contractors or the current contract environment.