Replacement of 3. 0-million-gallon raw water tank at the city’s water treatment plant

The City of Elizabeth City, North Carolina is seeking bids for the replacement of a 3.0-million-gallon raw water reservoir tank at its water treatment plant. This public works project involves complete tank replacement and associated infrastructure work, with the goal of installing a fully operational water storage facility that meets the satisfaction of the city's owner and engineer. Sealed bids will be received by hand delivery to City Hall located at 306 East Colonial Avenue, with a firm submission deadline of 2:00 pm local time on February 5, 2025. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for 10:00 am on January 5, 2026, at the project site located at the intersection of South Water Street and East Church Street, where prime bidder attendance is required. Bidding documents are available from AECOM Technical Services of North Carolina, Inc. in Raleigh, with contact information provided for Keiran Ryan, and can be obtained through multiple digital plan rooms including Carolina's AGC, McGraw Hill Construction Dodge, CDC News Office, and the Hispanic Contractors Association of the Carolinas.

The City has established a specific goal to contract or sub-contract ten percent of the contract amount to certified Minority Women Business Enterprises (MWBEs), signaling a commitment to inclusive procurement practices. Bid submissions must include bid security equal to five percent of the total bid amount, and contractors will be expected to submit lump sum bids for general construction contract work. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the scale of the project—involving a 3.0-million-gallon water tank replacement—suggests a significant capital investment. The procurement is open to qualified contractors capable of completing comprehensive water infrastructure replacement work, with an emphasis on meeting municipal engineering standards and operational requirements. Interested bidders should carefully review all documentation and be prepared to demonstrate technical capability, financial stability, and compliance with local procurement guidelines.