ITB 6885 B Station Project Notice

The City of Johnson City is procuring a large‑scale water‑sewer infrastructure project to install a new 30‑inch ductile‑iron force main (approximately 14,000 ft) and associated 24‑inch PVC gravity‑sewer lines (≈2,400 ft), together with manholes, valves, surge protection, and extensive site work. The solicitation required bidders to demonstrate experience on large‑diameter force‑main and gravity‑sewer projects, submit a detailed Bid Qualification Form, and meet extensive insurance requirements (including a $50,000 testing allowance and a 5 % owner’s contingency). The contract is awarded to Merkel Bros. Construction, a Tennessee‑based contractor, and will be funded through the City’s water‑and‑sewer budget. Key technical elements include the mandatory MEGALUG Series 1700 pipe‑restraint harness, stone‑envelope backfills, traffic‑control compliance, and environmental safeguards for nearby creeks and wetlands. • Scope: 30‑in. force main (~14 k ft), 24‑in. gravity sewer (~2.4 k ft), manholes, valves, surge valve, check dams, and related civil works. • Awarded to: Merkel Bros. Construction (Knoxville, TN). • Procurement: Full and open competition, bid deadline 29 Apr 2026, 60‑day bid‑good‑for period (per Addendum 2). • Key requirements: Bid qualification experience, extensive insurance coverage, $50 k third‑party testing allowance, $500/day liquidated damages, 450‑day substantial‑completion schedule.