WWTP Improvements Alkalinity Addition & Instrumentation and Controls- FSB

The City of New Bedford, located in Bristol County, Massachusetts, is soliciting sealed bids for a comprehensive Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Improvements project, specifically focusing on Alkalinity Addition and Instrumentation and Controls. The procurement involves two primary contracts requiring eight specific sub-bid categories: Masonry Work, Miscellaneous and Ornamental Iron, Waterproofing/Damp-proofing/Caulking, Roofing and Flashing, Painting, Plumbing, Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning, and Electrical Work. Potential bidders must demonstrate technical expertise in municipal infrastructure renovation, with a focus on upgrading wastewater treatment facility systems and control mechanisms. The project objectives include enhancing operational efficiency, modernizing plant instrumentation, and improving alkalinity management processes. Sub-bids are due on May 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with bidders required to submit comprehensive documentation including corporate authorization forms, OSHA certifications, and tax compliance declarations. Evaluation criteria will likely emphasize technical capability, safety compliance, and proven experience in complex municipal infrastructure projects.

Contractors must comply with Massachusetts public works regulations, including mandatory OSHA safety training and immigration status verification. The project appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged business enterprises, though standard municipal procurement diversity guidelines likely apply. All employees working on the project must have completed a minimum 10-hour OSHA-approved construction safety course, with documentation required before commencing work. The estimated project budget is $5,500,000, indicating a significant municipal infrastructure investment. Bidders must provide evidence of good standing, including certification that they are not currently debarred from public construction work in Massachusetts. Contractors will be subject to strict compliance requirements, with potential consequences for contract violations including monetary penalties, payment withholding, and potential contract suspension or termination. The comprehensive nature of the project suggests a holistic approach to modernizing the city's wastewater treatment infrastructure, with an emphasis on technical precision and regulatory compliance.