Little Patuxent Water Reclamation Plant Grit Facility Replacement

Howard County is seeking a qualified construction firm to replace the existing grit‑removal facility at the Little Patuxent Water Reclamation Plant. The work includes demolition of the current structure, site preparation, installation of new process/mechanical equipment and a Motor Control Center, electrical and instrumentation upgrades, temporary bypass operations to maintain plant flow, and associated architectural, structural, and HVAC improvements. The contract is classified under SHA Cost Group “G” and requires a 5 % bid bond, performance and payment bonds, and compliance with county‑specific living‑wage, rain‑forest protection, and minority‑business participation policies. Bidders must submit detailed qualifications, required forms, and a lump‑sum price for four defined bid items. • Demolition and removal of all existing grit‑facility equipment, foundations, and associated structures. • Installation of new grit‑removal process equipment, MCC‑14, electrical power, instrumentation, and control systems, plus necessary civil, structural, and HVAC work. • Provision of a temporary bypass to sustain plant operations (minimum 15 MGD flow) during construction, with required monitoring and coordination.