VOFE Water System Improvements

The contract involves a comprehensive project to replace an existing 200,000-gallon water storage tank in the Village of Fort Edward, New York, with a new pedesphere-style tank, along with upgrades to the associated booster pump station. The scope includes site preparation, grading, foundation construction, installation of inlet/outlet piping, water main connections, tank accessories such as mixers, level transducers, cathodic and lightning protection systems, and site improvements like gravel access roads, fencing, and landscaping. Following successful testing, disinfection, and commissioning of the new tank, the existing tank will be decommissioned and demolished. The electrical work, separate but coordinated, encompasses power supply, conduit and wiring installation, SCADA system integration for remote monitoring, and control of both the tank and booster station. The project emphasizes adherence to project specifications, compliance with prevailing wage laws, and meeting a MWBE participation goal of 20%. The work is scheduled for substantial completion by April 30, 2027, with final project closeout due by December 31, 2027. The procurement process is structured into two separate contracts—one for general construction and one for electrical work—with bid submissions due by December 4, 2025. Bidders are required to submit a bid security of 5%, performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract value, and a non-collusive affidavit. The project is publicly funded and governed by municipal bidding procedures, with no set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses. The project mandates strict compliance with local and state regulations, including Davis-Bacon prevailing wages, and requires coordination with the Village’s designated contacts. The contract documents specify that the work must be completed within the established schedule, with detailed inspection and testing procedures to ensure the system's proper operation before final acceptance. While detailed pricing and evaluation criteria are not included in the available documents, the project emphasizes transparency, bonding, and adherence to technical and safety standards to ensure a fully functional, reliable water storage and distribution system for all participating New York State counties.