Bid 23-01 Tara Estates Sewer Pump Station Upgrade

The City of Rochester, NH is seeking a qualified general contractor to upgrade the Tara Estates sewer pump station. The work includes demolition of existing structures, installation of new precast building, replacement of suction‑lift pumps, a new 60 kW propane‑fuel generator, associated electrical and control systems, and pavement work around the site. The project is funded through the New Hampshire Clean Water State Revolving Fund and carries strict compliance requirements (EEO, AIS, DBE outreach, Davis‑Bacon wages, and updated wage determinations). Key deadlines have been extended to early October 2022, with a mandatory pre‑bid conference on July 6 2022 and a question submission deadline of September 28 2022. The contract will require performance and payment bonds equal to 100 % of the award amount and carries liquidated damages of $1,000 per day for delays beyond substantial (270 days) and final (300 days) completion. • Scope: demolition, precast building, two 60 HP wastewater pumps, 60 kW propane generator, electrical transfer switches, control panels, and parking‑lot paving. • Funding: Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) – no disclosed contract value, but bids ranged $1.37‑$1.68 M. • Mandatory Requirements: pre‑bid conference, 5 % bid security, 100 % bonds within 10 days of award, compliance with Executive Order 11246, AIS, DBE, and the September 2 2022 wage determination. • Schedule: bid submission deadline Oct 5 2022 5 pm; bid opening Oct 6 2022 2:30 pm; substantial completion 270 days, final completion 300 days from Notice to Proceed.