Trailer Mounted Belt Press Equipment Rental for the Fairhope Wastewater Treatment Plant

Background
The City of Fairhope is issuing a solicitation for the rental of a trailer-mounted belt press system to dewater municipal sludge at their Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The WWTP has a permitted treatment capacity of 4 million gallons per day (MGD) and experiences peak flows up to 12 MGD, resulting in significant sludge production. The City has engaged Krebs Engineering to assist in obtaining this lease agreement.

Work Details
The contract involves leasing a trailer-mounted belt press system specifically designed for dewatering municipal waste sludge. The expected sludge production ranges from 5,000 to 6,000 cubic yards yearly, equating to approximately 1,250 Dry U.S. tons per year. The equipment must be capable of handling these volumes effectively.

Period of Performance
The lease period is not explicitly stated; however, bids are due by September 11, 2025, suggesting that the contract will commence shortly thereafter.

Place of Performance
The equipment will be utilized at the City of Fairhope Wastewater Treatment Plant located at 555 South Section Street, Fairhope, Alabama 36532.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must provide a cashier’s check or bid bond of at least five percent of the bid amount (not exceeding $10,000). Performance and Payment Bonds along with evidence of insurance are required upon signing the contract. Bidders must also be licensed under state law and display their current license number on the outside of their proposal envelope.