Town of Madison WTP ARPA Improvements Project

The Town of Madison Water Treatment Plant (WTP) ARPA Improvements Project is a state and local contract opportunity procured by the Rapidan Service Authority (RSA) in Madison County, Virginia. The project involves the installation of a new 0.25 MGD flocculation/sedimentation/filtration train to provide redundancy for the existing single-train system, with the overall plant capacity remaining at 0.25 MGD. Key deliverables include intake rehabilitation, construction of a pre-engineered filter building, new electrical service, yard piping, electrical and controls, and installation of all ancillary components to achieve the new treatment train. A mandatory pre-bid conference was held on June 15, 2023, at the Town of Madison WTP, and sealed bids are due by 11 AM on July 20, 2023, at the RSA Ruckersville Office. The project requires bidders to provide comprehensive engineering and construction services to complete the water treatment plant improvements, with potential evaluation criteria likely focusing on technical expertise, project approach, and cost-effectiveness.

The contract opportunity appears to be funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), with no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on bidding organizations mentioned in the provided documentation. WGK Construction has been identified with a contract amount of $4,545,000, though it is unclear whether this represents the awarded contract or a preliminary cost estimate. The project will integrate with the existing water treatment plant infrastructure, requiring careful coordination and minimal disruption to current operations. The scope of work includes complex technical elements such as electrical systems, control mechanisms, and water treatment infrastructure, suggesting that bidders should have significant experience in municipal water treatment plant improvements. While no specific disadvantaged enterprise requirements were explicitly stated, potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive technical capabilities, financial stability, and experience with similar municipal water treatment infrastructure projects.