Swanson Pickle Lift Station and Force Main

Muskegon County Board of Public Works is soliciting bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 24-2529, a comprehensive wastewater infrastructure project involving the construction of a Swanson Pickle Lift Station and Force Main. The project requires constructing approximately 8,000 feet of 6" HDPE IPS DR11 force main and a complete duplex submersible lift station, including associated infrastructure such as a wet well, valve chamber, gravity sanitary sewer, bypass connection, permanent standby generator, sampler enclosure, pumps, piping, valves, electrical systems, controls, and instrumentation. The procurement supports agribusiness in southeast Muskegon and the City of Coopersville by developing critical wastewater collection services. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals through the electronic Bidnet system by April 23, 2024, at 2:00 PM, with a 5% bid deposit required. The project mandates substantial completion by November 1, 2025, and final completion by July 1, 2026, with liquidated damages of $1,500 per day for missed milestones or completion dates.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The total project budget includes several financial allowances: $30,000 for unforeseen buried conditions, $15,000 for electrical service, and $3,500 for natural gas service, with a total estimated project cost of $48,500. Contractors will be responsible for obtaining necessary permits, conducting site investigations, providing construction documentation, and warranting all work for a minimum of one year from substantial completion. The project requires technical expertise in municipal infrastructure development, specifically in wastewater collection systems, HDPE piping installation, and comprehensive site restoration. Bidders must demonstrate capability to manage complex infrastructure projects, adhere to precise technical specifications, and complete work within strict timeline requirements. The contract will require a performance bond covering 100% of the contract price and compliance with all specified technical and operational standards outlined in the bid documents.