Sharon Northbound Living Machine Wastewater Operations

State of Vermont’s Buildings and General Services is seeking a qualified contractor to operate and maintain the living‑machine wastewater treatment system at the Sharon Northbound Information Center. The work includes daily monitoring, routine maintenance, operator staffing, compliance with multiple Vermont DEC permits, and remote SCADA support for a system treating roughly 6,000 gallons per day (peak 9,000 gpd). The contract runs for three years with an optional two‑year renewal and requires a part‑time certified operator, backup staff, and 24/7 emergency coverage. • Operate the wet‑land‑based “Living Machine” under DEC permits WW‑3‑0184‑2, WW‑3‑0184‑2R, WW‑3‑0184‑3, WW‑3‑1084‑4, WW‑31084‑5. • Provide one part‑time (≥3 hrs/day, 5 days/week) DEC Grade 2 Domestic Provisional certified operator, a backup operator, and on‑call emergency coverage. • Perform routine tasks: data collection, chlorine dosing, filter cleaning, septic‑tank monitoring, pump and blower servicing, vegetation management, PVC repairs, confined‑space entry, and reporting via the Pro Control SCADA platform. • Supply operator certification/training costs; the State supplies all materials, electricity, laboratory, and septic‑pump services. • Submit a weekly‑fee price schedule plus hourly rates; payment is Net 30 days after invoice.