Sludge Thickening System for Cochran Road Treatment Plant

The City of Clemson is soliciting sealed proposals for the comprehensive design and turnkey construction of a high-performance sludge thickening system at the Cochran Road Treatment Plant, aiming to enhance wastewater treatment efficiency and operational capacity. Interested qualified firms must submit detailed proposals outlining their technical approach, experience in similar projects, and full-service capabilities covering professional consulting, engineering design, procurement, and construction integration of the system. The solicitation, identified as RFP No. 2026-013, was posted on May 4, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses set for June 4, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time. All work must be performed at the Cochran Road Treatment Plant in South Carolina, and submissions must be made through the state’s online bidding portal. Proposals should demonstrate compliance with all technical, safety, and regulatory requirements specific to municipal wastewater infrastructure upgrades. The procurement is managed by the City of Clemson’s procurement office, with all inquiries and proposal submissions directed to bids@cityofclemson.org. While no specific set-aside preferences or NAICS codes are designated, bidders are expected to have proven track records in delivering complex environmental systems, including sludge management technologies, and must be prepared to assume full responsibility for project outcomes from design through final commissioning. The scope of work requires seamless integration with existing plant infrastructure, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations during implementation. The City reserves the right to evaluate proposals based on technical merit, cost-effectiveness, past performance, and ability to meet project timelines. Failure to comply with submission guidelines or missing the deadline will result in automatic disqualification.