Bid Ref. 27-032 Well No 21 Rehabilitation

Sealed Bids will be received by the City of Albany, Procurement Division, 222 Pine Avenue, Suite 260, Albany, Georgia 31701, until **2:30 p.m. on November 16, 2026**, for all work required to rehabilitate and upgrade Well No. 21 in accordance with bid documents, specifications, and all other contract documents.

The project consists of the rehabilitation and upgrading of Well No. 21, including improvements to the well, pumping equipment, discharge piping, chemical feed systems, electrical systems, and associated facilities. The Contractor shall provide all materials and equipment necessary to complete the project, except for items specifically identified in the plans as City-furnished or designated for reuse or rebuilding. All work shall be completed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications, applicable regulatory requirements, and the City's operational requirements.

The project includes comprehensive improvements to Well No. 21, as detailed below:

• Pump and Motor Upgrades: Remove and replace the existing pumping equipment with a new pump and motor capable of meeting the required design flow, total dynamic head, and operating conditions specified in the plans.
• Pump Base Reconstruction: Demolish and reconstruct the existing pump base to accommodate the upgraded pumping equipment and meet applicable Georgia EPD requirements. Include necessary modifications to the well casing, discharge head, and associated components.
• Discharge Piping Improvements: Remove and replace the existing discharge piping, valves, fittings, and associated appurtenances as necessary to accommodate the new pump discharge head elevation and piping configuration specified in the plans.
• Chemical Feed System Improvements: Remove and replace the existing chlorine and fluoride feed equipment, including chemical feed pumps, storage tanks, scales, piping, and associated components, as specified in the plans.
• Building and Facility Improvements: Perform the necessary building modifications, including separation of the chlorine and fluoride feed rooms, installation of new doors, ventilation improvements, and associated structural and facility upgrades as detailed in the plans.
• Electrical and Control Improvements: Perform the necessary electrical, instrumentation, and control system upgrades, including installation of the new variable frequency drive (VFD), electrical panels, wiring, lighting, and associated components as specified in the plans.
• Final Testing and Return to Service: Upon completion of the improvements, perform final pump performance testing, disinfection, water quality sampling, and laboratory testing necessary to verify satisfactory operation and compliance with applicable Georgia EPD requirements before placing the well back into service.

This project will be bid on a lump sum and unit price basis for all specified work and will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest total lump sum and unit price bid. A **5% Bid Bond is required of all bidders**. Bid bond must be present for bid to be read or considered. **100% Performance and Payment bonds** will be required of the successful bidder.

Bids must be submitted as a **sealed bid** on the bid form provided by the City of Albany. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of **sixty (60) days** from the bid opening date.

**Contract Time:** Contract must be completed within **one hundred fifty (150) calendar days** following the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

**Liquidated Damages:** **$250** per calendar day.

Bid Submittals required with bid:

• *Bid Form*
• *Bid Bond*
• *DBE Subcontractor Participation Form*
• *Addendum Acknowledgement Form*

The City of Albany strongly encourages Small Business firms to participate in this bid. The City of Albany reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality in the bidding process.