Demolition, site work, renovation and addition to a water / sewer project in Baxter, Tennessee. Completed plans call for the addition of a water / sewer project; for the demolition of a water / sewer project; for the renovation of a water / sewer project; and for site work for a water / sewer project.

The Project consists of the following major elements: Expansion of existing Water Treatment Plant, including addition of new filter building with 8 filters, flocculation basin, sedimentation basins, expanding chlorine bldg., electrical improvements, and other miscellaneous improvements and upgrades. The allotted time for construction is 640 calendar days. No bid may be withdrawn within 60 days after the scheduled time for receipt of bids This project is being funded by a State Revolving Fund loan on or after 2014 EPA Fiscal Year. The loan recipient must be in compliance with all applicable Davis-Bacon Act and American Iron and Steel requirements. Any contract or contracts awarded by the Owner through this invitation for bids will be funded by a State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan from the State of Tennessee. State and Federal funds will be involved in this project, and, as a result, Bidders must comply with the SRF Loan Programs Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) requirements including contacting a minimum of 10 qualified DBE sub-contractors, professional service providers, vendors, and/or suppliers by certified mail to solicit bids. The apparent successful Bidder must submit to the Owner copies of the certified letters and return receipts prior to contract award. Neither the State of Tennessee nor any of its departments, agencies, or employees is or will be a party to this Invitation for Bids or any resulting contract(s) awarded by the Owner. All Bidders must be licensed General Contractors as required by the Contractors Licensing Act of 1994 of the General Assembly of the State of Tennessee and qualified for the type of construction being bid upon. The City of Cookeville reserves the right to waive any irregularities or reject any or all bids as deemed in the best interest of the City, and to re-advertise the project as necessary. Each bidder must deposit with his bid, security in the amount, form and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders. PN - 119079