Rock Island S. P. Wastewater Treatment

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is seeking bids for a 36-month contract to provide wastewater sampling, testing, and treatment system operation services for the Rock Island State Park. The selected contractor will serve as the licensed wastewater treatment system operator, performing required sampling and testing, submitting reports, maintaining the system in compliance with state operating permit requirements, and providing emergency support. The contractor must have a license for biological and natural systems including UV sand filter wastewater treatment systems. The bid submission deadline is May 24, 2024, at 2:00 PM CDT, and an on-site visit with the Maintenance Supervisor is recommended prior to bidding. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The total cost is estimated to exceed $50,000. Respondents must be registered with the Tennessee Department of Revenue for sales and use tax and provide documentation of diversity business participation efforts. The ITB includes standard terms and conditions, as well as special terms and conditions, such as prohibited advertising, state-furnished property, and the state's right to a partial takeover of the contract. Pricing terms indicate that prices shall remain firm for the first 1,095 days (3 years) of the contract, after which time the contractor may request price increases, subject to the state's approval.