Sparta Sewer System Rehabilitation Contract 1- Pump Station Replacements

The City of Sparta, Georgia, in Hancock County, is soliciting sealed bids for the Sparta Sewer System Rehabilitation Contract 1–Pump Station Replacements project. The procurement encompasses the replacement of three sewer lift stations (Pump Stations 1, 2, and 3) including removal of existing equipment and installation of new Smith & Loveless manufactured equipment, electrical work, and site improvements; installation of five manholes; replacement of three air release/vacuum valves; and retrofit installation of equipment at five additional lift stations (Pump Stations 4–8), with all contractor-supplied components per Addendum No. 2. Sealed bids must be submitted to City Hall, 12912 Broad Street, Sparta, Georgia 31087 by 2:00 p.m. on November 13, 2025, with public bid opening and reading at that time and location. The project completion timeline is 180 consecutive calendar days from the written Notice to Proceed. Contract award is anticipated within 60 days of bid opening, with evaluation criteria including bid price, bidder experience in the proposed work type, and references. The prime contractor must perform a minimum of 30 percent of the contract value. Contract documents and specifications are available from Engineering Management, Inc., 303 Swanson Drive, Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043 for a non-refundable cost of $200.00, with general inquiries directed to Jessica James at (770) 962-1387 or JJames@eminc.biz and technical questions to Daniel Patterson at (770) 962-1387 or dpatterson@eminc.biz.

This project is funded through federally assisted EPA revolving loan funds via the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority Clean Water State Revolving Fund, which imposes specific requirements on successful bidders including Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) participation, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance, and Davis-Bacon Wage Rate adherence. Bidders must also comply with the Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act and American Iron and Steel (AIS) provisions, ensuring American-manufactured materials are utilized in the project. Bidders must submit a bid bond or certified cashier's check equal to five percent (5%) of the total bid amount, and the successful bidder will be required to furnish performance and payment bonds in the amount of 100 percent of the total bid, with all surety and insurance companies meeting specific AM Best ratings and federal registry requirements. Additionally, the successful bidder must provide comprehensive insurance coverage and workers' compensation insurance. No specific budget range or award value has been disclosed in the procurement documents; bid amounts will determine the contract value upon award.