RFP - Management, Operations, and Maintenance - Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities

The City of St. Marys, Georgia is requesting proposals for a Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities Contract Operator to provide full-service management, operations, and maintenance of the City's water and wastewater treatment facilities, with proposals due August 6, 2026.

The scope encompasses treatment plant management, distribution system maintenance, wastewater collection and treatment, laboratory testing, equipment maintenance, and emergency response capabilities across multiple City facilities. Bidders must demonstrate technical qualifications, operational experience, staffing plans, and management methodologies. Proposals must include detailed personnel plans with appropriate certifications and experience in water utility operations, preventive maintenance program implementation, and regulatory compliance procedures.

Compensation will be structured as an Initial Annual Fee paid in equal monthly installments during the first contract year, with annual increases in accordance with terms specified in Exhibit C. Pricing shall be submitted on provided cost proposal forms. Evaluation criteria will weigh technical merit alongside cost considerations, with particular emphasis on capacity to meet service level agreements, maintain regulatory compliance, ensure public health and safety, and provide qualified personnel.

The RFP was posted June 25, 2026, with Addendum 1 issued June 26, 2026 to clarify the Annual Fee structure in the sample Service Contract. The contract term extends for an initial period with renewal options. If an incumbent contractor currently operates the facilities, the RFP may specify transition procedures and knowledge transfer requirements. Site visits and a pre-bid conference are likely available for bidder familiarization, though specific dates are not detailed in the source summary. The RFP may include set-aside provisions for disadvantaged business enterprises or small business participation as required by Georgia procurement regulations.