Central Water Reclamation Facility Backup Generator

Background
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Metro) is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the construction of a backup generation system at the Central Water Reclamation Facility. This project aims to enhance the facility's operational reliability by providing a robust backup power solution. The contract will be awarded through a competitive sealed proposals process, as determined by the Purchasing Agent under the Metropolitan Code of Laws.

Work Details
The project includes the construction of a new generation building at the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant (CWWTP), with a footprint of approximately 10,000 square feet. Key components of the work include:
- Construction of a high-bay metal building serving as the generator bay, housing six 2.5 MW generators.
- Construction of an adjoining single-story structure with CMU walls containing Control, Storage, MV Electrical, Battery, and LV Electrical rooms.
- Installation of a fine 12.5 MW Backup Generation System as per provided drawings and specifications.
- Development of a utility corridor approximately 600 feet long from the generator building to the biosolids facility.
- Traffic loading conditions estimated at 50,000 ESALs for light duty pavement and 125,000 ESALs for heavy-duty pavement sections.
- Additional tasks include system integration, utility relocations, parking area construction, drainage solutions, and solar installation.

Period of Performance
The contract performance period is not explicitly stated; however, substantial completion is expected within 820 calendar days from the start date. Final completion is required within an additional 45 calendar days.

Place of Performance
The work will be performed at the Central Water Reclamation Facility located near the intersection of 2nd Avenue North and Hume Street in Nashville, TN.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must comply with all provisions of the Contractors Licensing Act of 1976 in Tennessee. A valid contractor's license is required for projects exceeding $25,000. Additionally, all employees on-site must obtain a TBI TORIS background check and contractor's badge from Metro Water Services. Bidders are also expected to meet established goals for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation (5%) and Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) participation (6%).