Hallstead-Great Bend Sewer Authority Dewatering Improvements Project Contract No. 2025-STP-01 2022-1476

The Hallstead-Great Bend Sewer Authority Dewatering Improvements Project involves comprehensive upgrades to the existing sludge management infrastructure in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania. The scope includes the demolition of current equipment such as a plate filter press, sludge holding tank, and chemical feed tank, followed by the installation of new mechanical systems, including a Screw Press, reaction tank, polymer injection skid, platform, and two sludge pumps arranged in series with associated piping and appurtenances. The project aims to enhance the efficiency and capacity of sludge dewatering processes, supported by detailed site plans, technical specifications, and construction documents. Bidding for the project is open with a response deadline of November 21, 2025, and bids are scheduled to be evaluated based on detailed criteria outlined in the contract documents. The procurement process emphasizes compliance with various federal and state regulations, including certifications of non-segregated facilities, equal employment opportunity, and employment verification through the E-Verify program. Bid security is mandated through EJCDC C-430 Bid Bonds, which ensure bidder commitment and financial assurance. The project documentation also includes affidavits affirming the absence of collusion and lobbying activities, along with detailed financial and experience disclosures from bidders to verify their qualifications. The contract, valued between $500,000 and $1,500,000, is structured to ensure transparency, legal compliance, and technical adequacy, culminating in a comprehensive set of specifications, site plans, and procedural instructions to guide successful project execution.