The Work for which bids are asked includes the following: replacement of the wetwell covers in the raw room, installation of the stairs and railing to the digester tank, installation of the ship ladder and railing to sludge storage tank, piping modification and pump, probe installation at the fermentation tank, electric valve actuators installation in the process room, generator replacement, SCADA system upgrade, and electrical work. If the Successful Bidder fails to execute the Contract Documents and provide the required contract security within 15 days after the Notice of Award, the Owner may annul the Notice of Award and the Bid Security will be forfeited. Bids may not be withdrawn within 60 days after the date of the bid opening. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, and to award the Contract to the Bidder, who in the judgment of the Owner, will best serve the interest of the Owner. This project will be funded in part by the DNR Clean Water Fund Program, and the America Rescue Plan Act. All contract work for this project shall be subject to Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA) and federal wage determinations. Attention of bidders is particularly called to the requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under this contract, Section 3 and E.O. 11246. Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs), including Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs), and Women's Business Enterprises (WBEs) are encouraged to submit bid proposals. Contracted work may require fulfillment of Buy America guidelines and will include the "Use of American Iron and Steel" provision. Bid Proposals may be denied if the requirements of this section are not met, and waivers are required.
Goals for Women = 6.9 percent (this goal applies nationwide)
Goals for minority participation = 7.0 percent (this goal applies county-wide)
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