2022 Biosolids Removal & Reuse Project #2561

The City of Yakima’s Wastewater Division awarded a $2.34 million contract for the removal and reuse of biosolids generated by its municipal wastewater system. After a brief competitive bidding process (bid opening on March 25 2022), the City Manager approved the award to Merrell Bros on March 28 2022. The scope includes a minor change amendment, mobilization/demobilization of equipment and personnel, and the actual biosolids removal and reuse activities. The contract is a fixed‑price, unit‑price arrangement covering three primary line items, totaling $2,337,440. No performance schedule, contract term, or renewal provisions were disclosed in the summary. • Project focuses on waste‑management and biosolids handling for a municipal water utility. • Awarded to an out‑of‑state contractor (Merrell Bros, Indiana) after open competition. • Total contract value approx. $2.34 M, comprised of multiple unit‑price line items.