Water Tank Inspections

The City of Calhoun, Georgia is requesting proposals for water tank inspection services covering 21 tanks within the city's water treatment facilities and distribution system, with proposals due January 12, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. ET and questions due January 5, 2023. Only specialized companies with proper Georgia licensing and insurance coverage are eligible.

The scope encompasses Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV) inspections for 14 tanks and washout and disinfection inspections for 7 tanks, all performed in compliance with federal and state regulations. Proposals must include detailed qualifications, project schedules, signed affidavits confirming compliance with O.C.G.A. 13-10-91 security and immigration requirements and E-Verify enrollment, minimum three professional references, and comprehensive cost estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, travel, and all related expenses.

Contractors must carry minimum General Liability Insurance of $1 million combined single limit per occurrence, Automotive Liability Insurance of $1 million, and Workers' Compensation as required by Georgia statute. Award will be made to the responsible and responsive proposer whose proposal represents best value based on weighted evaluation criteria: cost (30%), experience on similar projects (20%), schedule to complete (20%), project personnel qualifications (10%), references (10%), and geographical proximity with preference given to Georgia-based companies (10%).

The contract award was made to American Tank Maintenance, LLC on February 2, 2023 for a total of $19,600. Proposals remain valid and binding for sixty days following submission and cannot be withdrawn or modified after closing time. Contact Margaret Boyd, Director of Purchasing, at (706) 602-5680 or maboyd@calnet-ga.net for administrative questions; direct technical questions to Kurt T. McCord, PE at kmccord@calnet-ga.net.