WWTP Influent Pump Improvements

The Porter-Tower Joint Municipal Authority is soliciting bids for the WWTP Influent Pump Improvements project in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. The scope of work involves the installation of a new influent wet well Jockey pump equipped with a Variable Frequency Drive in the Operations building. This comprehensive project includes demolition, structural work, process mechanical installation, and electrical work, as well as piping, panel modifications, process instrumentation, and SCADA integration. The project is divided into two primary contracts: Contract No. 01 for General/Process Mechanical and Contract No. 02 for Electrical. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive bid, with evaluation based on total item unit prices and lump sum items, as well as the bidder's financial ability and experience. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via the PennBid portal by December 16, 2026. Key requirements include compliance with the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, ADA standards for site accessibility, and the provision of performance and payment bonds per EJCDC standards. Contractors are also required to submit non-discrimination and sexual harassment certifications, as well as public works employment verification. Quality control is the responsibility of the contractor, with independent testing firms and the engineer, ARRO Consulting, Inc., overseeing inspection and acceptance.