Site work and new construction of a civil project in Amherst, Massachusetts. Completed plans call for the construction of a water / sewer project; and for site work for a water / sewer project.

As of January 30, 2024, the project has been awarded, however, a timeline for construction has not been confirmed. Construction of a 1.5 mgd water treatment plant for the existing surface water supply. The WTP will utilize coagulation, mixing, flocculation, dissolved air floatation, dual media filtration including granular activated carbon above sand, chlorine contact tank and clearwell, and chemical feed systems. Building components including HVAC, plumbing, fire sprinkler system, and electrical services shall be incorporated in the WTP. Other work includes demolition of the existing water treatment facility, site work with exterior piping, connection to the sanitary sewer system, below ground tanks, and stormwater collection systems. All work shall be completed within 730 consecutive calendar days of the date fixed in the Notice to Proceed. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goals are applicable to the total amount paid for the construction contract. The goals for this project are a minimum of 4.2 percent D/MBE participation and 4.5 percent D/WBE participation by certified DBEs. Each bid and sub-bid shall be accompanied by a bid security in the amount of 5% of the total bid amount. A Performance Bond and Labor and Materials Payment Bond, each in the amount of 100% of the Contract Price, will be required. Massachusetts Minimum Wage Rates as well as Federal Minimum Wage Rates apply to this project. This project is being funded in part by the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust (the "Trust"). Only bids submitted by prequalified bidders in accordance with M.G.L. c. 149, Section 44D 1/2 , subsections (a) to (j) inclusive, and sub-bids submitted by prequalified sub-bidders in accordance with M.G.L. c. 149, Section 44D 3/4 , subsections (a) to (j) inclusive, will be accepted. Contractor Qualification DCAMM Certificate Required for DCAMM contracts over $150,000, Highway Division contracts over $50,000.