REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF FATS, OILS, GREASE AND GRIT

The Town of Groton, Connecticut, is soliciting bids under ITB 26-16 for a vendor to perform the removal and disposal of fats, oils, grease (FOG), and grit from the Water Pollution Control Facility (WPCF), including wet wells and remote pump stations. This firm-fixed-price contract requires the selected vendor to handle material transport and disposal while adhering to strict environmental and safety regulations. Bids are due by 2:30 P.M. on May 1, 2026, and must include a completed bid form, company information, client references, and detailed disposal fees and locations. The Town utilizes a lowest responsive bidder selection process, though it considers factors such as personnel experience, manufacturer reputation, and work plans, and offers a preference for local vendors who can match the lowest bid. Contractors must meet rigorous safety and insurance requirements, including OSHA Lock-Out/Tag-Out and Hazard Communication standards, and personnel must be certified for confined space entry. A Comprehensive Health and Safety Plan and Safety Data Sheets are mandatory submissions. Required insurance coverages include General Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate, along with Auto and Umbrella Liability of $1,000,000. Performance and bid bonds are required to ensure contractual fulfillment. All work is performed on a destination basis in Groton, CT, with the Town Manager or their agent responsible for final inspection and acceptance upon 100% satisfactory delivery of services.