Eastern Water Distribution System Reliability Project

Construct the Eastern Water Distribution System Reliability Project as shown in the drawings and specifications. The project will include the construction of multiple roads: Tibbs Bridge Rd, Headrick Circle, N. Woodland Dr, Keeter Rd, Riverside Dr, North Dr, Timberlake Dr, Sane Rd, Cavender Rd, Riverbend Rd, Bettis Rd, Gordon Dr, Shirley Dr, Matha Sue Dr, Leon Cr, Conasauga Way, Deal Dr, Greenson Bend, Jackson Kinnamon, Ridley Rd, Callie Jones, Barney Pierce, Thorton Rd, Adam Rd, Stafford Rd, Keswick Dr, Pannel Dr, Cochran Dr, Hwy 225, Hwy 52 Alt, Crestview Dr, Vann Cr, & Mary Sue.

Rehab will consist of replacing existing pipe infrastructure, valves, fire hydrants, installing new services, connecting existing mains, driveway crossing (rock/concrete), etc…

The work to be done (hereinafter referred to as "Work") consists of furnishing all materials and equipment, except those specified in the Bid, and performing all labor necessary for the following project (hereinafter referred to as "Project"):

Construct the Eastern Water Distribution System Reliability Project as shown in the drawings and specifications. [...] Rehab will consist of replacing existing pipe infrastructure, valves, fire hydrants, installing new services, connecting existing mains, driveway crossing (rock/concrete), etc…

The Contractor's work also includes all erosion, sedimentation, and pollution control necessary for the project. The cost of any permits required for erosion control and land disturbing will be borne by the Owner. The Contractor will be responsible for the cost of any other permits or licenses required to complete the work. The Contractor will complete all necessary clean-up and restoration work to include filling, finish grading, grassing, landscaping, pavement repairs, driveway repairs, culvert repairs, drainage ditch restoration and other necessary restoration activities such that post construction conditions are EQUAL TO OR BETTER than those conditions that existed prior to any construction activity occurring.

Bids shall contain complete and detailed prices for labor, equipment, and construction materials for all items listed.

**Sealed Proposals** will be received in the Auditorium of the Dalton Utilities Administration Building at 1200 V.D. Parrott Jr. Parkway until **2:00 P.M. local time December 14, 2026**, at which time they will be publicly opened and read.

**Bidder Pre-qualification:** Pre-qualification of bidders for this project is **required**. Bidders must submit a pre-qualification package containing requested information to the office of Dalton Utilities by **5:00 P.M., local time, Monday, November 30, 2026**. Only bids submitted by properly pre-qualified bidders will be opened.

**Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting:** A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on Thursday, December 3, 2026, at 2:00 pm in auditorium at Dalton Utilities administrative building.

**Time Allotted:** All work as specified herein shall be completed within 455 calendar days of notice to proceed. Contractors submitting bids on project must be prepared to proceed with work within three weeks of bid opening.

**Performance and Bid Bond:** A bid bond will be required in the amount of **10%** of the total bid amount. A contract performance bond and a payment bond, in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price, will be required of the successful bidder.

**Withdrawal of Bids:** Except as provided in O.C.G.A. Section 36-91-43, no submitted bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids.

The Contract will be awarded pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 36-91-21 to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder whose bid meets the requirements and criteria set forth in the invitation for bids.

All contractors and subcontractors performing work for Dalton Utilities must participate in the E-Verify Program pursuant to the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act (SB 529).