City of Richland ARPA WPCP Sewerage System Improvements

The City of Richland, Georgia, is soliciting sealed bids for a comprehensive project aimed at upgrading its water pollution control infrastructure, specifically the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP). The project encompasses several key modifications, including dredging an existing pond, installing a mechanical bar screen, and integrating all necessary electrical, piping, and related appurtenances to enhance the plant's operational efficiency and environmental compliance. The contract, valued between two and five million dollars, is part of the City’s efforts to improve sewerage system performance and is partially funded through federal sources under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, specifically via the State Fiscal Recovery Fund, which introduces federal regulatory considerations into the project. Bids must be submitted by October 7, 2025, at 2:00 pm local time at the Richland Annex Building, with bid bonds of at least 5% and performance and payment bonds totaling 100% of the contract value required for bid security. The project is scheduled for a construction period of approximately 270 days for substantial completion and 300 days for final completion. The solicitation, managed by the River Valley Regional Commission, emphasizes transparency and competitive bidding, with plans and specifications available for review and purchase online. The City retains the right to reject any or all bids and waive informalities, ensuring a fair procurement process aimed at selecting qualified contractors capable of executing the modifications efficiently within the stipulated timeline.