Bradford Estates Water Treatment Plant Upgrades

The Bradford Estates Water Treatment Plant Upgrades project, identified as IFB 26-621-CP, is a solicitation issued by the Frederick County, Maryland Office of Procurement and Contracting. The project involves the modification of an existing water treatment facility that utilizes resin exchange units. The scope of work includes the installation of cartridge filters, ultraviolet disinfection systems, a PFAS removal system, and an emergency generator. Additional requirements include wellhead protection for three wells, a hydropneumatic tank, an overhead door, instrumentation and control improvements, and the replacement of a 4-inch finished water main with a new 8-inch main. The work is located at 4725 Reyburn Ct, Mount Airy, Maryland. The contract requires substantial completion within 200 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed, with final completion due within 30 calendar days thereafter. Bidders must provide a bid bond equal to 5 percent of the total bid price, and the successful contractor must provide performance and payment bonds at 100 percent of the contract amount. Insurance requirements are stringent, specifying minimum liability limits for commercial general liability, auto, pollution, and professional liability. Bids are evaluated based on compliance with prescribed requirements and the qualifications of the bidder and their proposed subcontractors. Submissions must be made electronically via the OpenGov Procurement Portal, including a proposal form with unit pricing and various certifications of compliance and work capacity.