BID 27004 - High Service Motor Rehab/ Replacement

Athens‑Clarke County is seeking a qualified contractor to remove, refurbish (or replace) a 900 HP vertical motor at the JG Beacham Water Treatment Plant, including all labor, materials, tools, and incidentals. The work includes demolition of the existing unit, preparation of the site, installation of a new or rebuilt motor, testing, and commissioning. A mandatory pre‑bid conference and subsequent site visit are required. The estimated project cost is $200,000 and the bid bond must be 5 % of the total bid amount. Bids must be sealed and submitted by the October 6, 2026 deadline. • Scope: complete removal, rehab or replacement, and start‑up of a 900 HP vertical motor. • Location: 780 Barber St., JG Beacham Water Treatment Plant, Athens, GA 30601. • Mandatory pre‑bid conference: Sep 2, 2026 (10:30 AM) – attendance required. • Estimated contract value: $200,000 (bid bond = 5 %). • Submission: sealed envelope + USB flash drive, to Unified Government Finance Dept., 375 Satula Ave., Athens, GA 30601 by 11:00 AM ET, Oct 6, 2026. • Required certifications: Georgia Contractor License, bid bond, performance/payment bond (100 % for bids > $100k), insurance, Georgia Security & Immigration Compliance affidavit. • Evaluation: lowest responsible bidder meeting all technical and bonding requirements.