Wood Valley Road WPCP Improvements

The City of Arlington, Georgia is seeking bids for the Wood Valley Road Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) Improvements project, a comprehensive infrastructure rehabilitation initiative located in Cobb County. The procurement involves restoring the Arlington WPCP to its permitted treatment capacity of 0.4 million gallons per day (MGD), with sealed bids to be electronically submitted through QuestCDN.com by June 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The project scope includes extensive replacements and repairs of critical infrastructure components, specifically two blower and MBBR tanks, two Astrasand filters, UV disinfection systems, electrical and control systems, small-diameter piping, and associated appurtenances. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., which will include an initial conference and site visit, though attendance is not mandatory. The total project completion time is set at 380 consecutive calendar days, with bidders required to provide a bid bond or certified cashier's check representing 10% of the base bid.

The contract is designated as a Section 3 Covered Contract, which explicitly encourages participation from Section 3 businesses and prioritizes employment and contract opportunities for low-income residents and local businesses. Bidders must comply with specific regulatory requirements, including the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act and E-Verify participation. The project will be funded through grants from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs - Community Development Block Grant program, with additional federal financial assistance from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Successful bidders will be required to provide performance and payment bonds, each equal to 100% of the contract price. While a specific award value is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the infrastructure improvements suggests a significant municipal investment. The City of Arlington reserves the right to reject any or all bids based on responsiveness, qualifications, or other established criteria, indicating a rigorous evaluation process for potential contractors.