Fall Protection For Hrwpcf

The Town of Manchester, Connecticut, through its Water and Sewer Department, is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to design, supply, and install a fall protection system for two primary clarifiers at the Hockanum River Water Pollution Control Facility. The project aims to enhance safety for personnel performing maintenance and operational activities on the clarifiers by installing a horizontal lifeline safety system that complies with OSHA standards. The wastewater treatment plant, which processes up to 8.25 million gallons daily, requires a durable, high-quality solution that addresses fall hazards and ensures worker safety during ongoing operations. The vendor will be responsible for all project aspects, including materials, installation, testing, and staff training, with contract values estimated between $50,000 and $150,000. The solicitation, identified as 25/F26-15, was posted on September 25, 2025, with a response deadline of October 15, 2025. The project is managed by the Water and Sewer Department, and interested vendors are directed to a procurement portal for further details. As part of the bidding process, vendors must complete a Living Wage Certification Form, certifying compliance with the Manchester Living Wage Ordinance or providing reasons for exemption, which is mandatory for submission and ensures adherence to local wage laws. The contract emphasizes the importance of providing a reliable, OSHA-compliant fall protection system to improve safety conditions at the treatment facility, with the selected vendor responsible for comprehensive project execution from design through staff training.