Site work for a water / sewer project in Lancaster, Virginia. Completed plans call for site work for a water / sewer project.

Conventional Onsite Sewage System Installation Project (2022-ER-82) Address: 1356 Buzzards Neck Rd. Lancaster, VA 22503 Scope of work: The contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, parts, supplies and materials, as necessary, to perform the services as described herein: Cost for Line Item #1 (include total cost for items A-L) These are known factors. Vendors must invoice for actual cost incurred as described herein. A) Construct an onsite sewage system that meets the location and construction specifications of the Virginia Sewage Handling and Disposal Regulations (12VAC5-610-10 et seq., the Regulations). B) Construct the above onsite sewage disposal system in compliance with the Lancaster County Health Department Construction Permit 151-22-0116 at 1356 Buzzards Neck Rd. Lancaster, VA 22503 in the location shown on the permit. The permit may contain additional conditions, notes, and information needed to construct the onsite sewage system. C) To eliminate raw sewage currently backing up into the home or onto the property, the contractor shall arrange for an initial emergency pump out of the onsite septic tank by a properly licensed sewage hauler within 72 hours of signing the Notice to Proceed.Septic Pump-out Requirements: To prevent sewage from continuing to back up into the home or property surface while waiting for the septic work to start the contents of the existing septic tank shall be pumped by a properly licensed sewer hauler 14 days from signature of the Notice to Proceed and every 21 days thereafter until one week prior to the installation of the system. If the permit requires work within or under the existing drainfield (as indicated in the Permit) the contents of the existing septic tank shall be pumped out every 48 hours for one week prior to the installation or repair of the onsite sewage system in order to dry out the drainfield. D) Tree Removal and Site Clearing: A pre-bid site visit is recommended to determine what if any tree removal or site clearing that may need to occur. Per the above referenced Permit, remove any trees and wood debris as described in the permit and haul away wood and debris unless notified otherwise. Costs of tree removal and site clearing should be included in initial bids. Any additional site clearing or tree removal required during installation must be submitted in writing to and approved by VDH in writing including an additional cost estimate. Also, please note a typo on the drawing page (page 8 of 9) that states install 6 inch absorption trenches. The actual design and drawing call for 5 trenches as noted on the specification sheet. E) Provide, or subcontract with a licensed plumber and electrician to provide plumbing and electrical required to convey the wastewater from the house to the onsite sewage system as required by the Regulations and the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code. This includes obtaining or assuring that the owner obtains all permits and inspections necessary by the local building authority in compliance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code. G) Abandon any unused component of the former onsite sewage system as specified by the Lancaster County Health Department Construction Permit 151-22-0116. Upon completion of the onsite sewage system repair, the existing 1,000 gallon septic tank shall be pumped by a properly licensed sewage hauler, the tank crushed in place, lime placed over the crushed tank, and the tank hole filled with clean backfill material and restoring the area to its original condition. Abandonment may also include removing unused sewer line and conveyance lines and crushing and filling the distribution box. H) Follow all regulations and permitting pertaining to erosion and sediment control including stabilizing, seeding and grading the site after construction to return to the original state. Control construction runoff with proper practices so as not to become a nuisance to the owner or to neighboring properties or cause sediment to be discharged into state waters and drainage ditches. Any construction debris must also be removed from the site and disposed of properly. I)Bidders shall comply with all requirements of the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations (DPOR) for contracting and executing the contract with the Virginia Department of Health. Must provide a copy of Class A or B contractors licenses from DPOR, Conventional Sewage Disposal System Contracting (CDS) specialty or Alternative Sewage Disposal System Contracting (ADS) specialty from DPOR, Master Conventional Onsite Sewage System Installer or Master Alternative Onsite Sewage System Installer license from DPOR, and proof of insurance. Bidders contacted by VDH to provide any missing required documents, must provide the document within 24 business hours or their bid will be considered non-responsive. J)Obtain a final installation inspection from the Lancaster County Health Department and assure that the onsite sewage system complies with the Regulations. K)Provide all required documentation to the Lancaster County Health Department following completion of construction and obtain an Operation Permit for the onsite sewage system. L) Submit invoice to VDH_SWAP_Grant@vdh.virginia.gov once Local Health Department has issued the Operations Permit. Include a copy of the completion statement and operations permit. Additional Services (If Needed) Bidder must contact VDH Project Manager listed on the Notice to Proceed for approval prior to any additional services performed. VDH will issue a change order for actual additional services rendered. The contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, parts, supplies and materials, as necessary, to perform the services as described herein: A. Additional materials B. Additional labor and equipment. Breakdown of Total Cost When responding to solicitation Bidders must attach a document listing breakdown of total cost for line item 1. Bidders must attach a separate breakdown of cost for additional services. Additional cost should not be included in line item 1 bid submission. Additional questions: Contact Angelica Cipara via email: angelica.cipara@vdh.virginia.gov Notice to Proceed If Bidder is selected for award, the Bidder shall be required to provide a signed Notice to proceed form within 3 business days of notification. VDH will provide a form for signature.