Opportunity
Groton Civicplus #GU-26-Q12
Groton Utilities Solicits Transportation and Disposal Services for Liquid Sewage Sludge and Scum
Posted
April 01, 2026
Respond By
April 29, 2026
Identifier
GU-26-Q12
NAICS
562212, 484220, 562219
This opportunity involves the City of Groton, Department of Utilities seeking a contractor for the transportation and disposal of liquid sewage sludge and scum from its Wastewater Treatment Facility. - Government Buyer: - City of Groton, Department of Utilities (Groton Utilities) - Key contacts and offices include 295 Meridian Street and 1240 Poquonnock Road, Groton, CT - Scope of Work: - Transportation and disposal of approximately 300 dry tons per year of municipal wastewater sludge (3%-7% solids) and up to 4% scum by volume - Services include providing licensed labor, CDL drivers with drug and alcohol testing, equipment for connecting to discharge lines, transportation vehicles, and administrative/maintenance support - On-call hauling required five days per week, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., excluding City holidays - Products/Services Requested: - Annual transportation and disposal service for liquid sewage sludge and scum - No specific OEMs or equipment brands are mandated - Notable Requirements: - Contractor must provide $100,000 performance and payment bonds - Compliance with all environmental and safety regulations is mandatory - Contractor experience and past performance will be evaluated - Bids must be submitted on prescribed forms; lowest responsible, responsive, and qualified bidder will be selected - City of Groton Utilities Commission reserves the right to accept or reject any bids - Locations: - Place of performance: Groton Utilities Wastewater Treatment Facility, 311 Thames Street, Groton, CT - Contracting office: 295 Meridian Street, Groton, CT 06340 - Additional facility: 1240 Poquonnock Road, Groton, CT 06340
Description
The City of Groton, Department of Utilities is soliciting formal proposals for the transportation and disposal of liquid sewage sludge and scum generated at their wastewater treatment facility. The contract involves handling approximately 300 dry tons of municipal wastewater sludge annually, with sludge solids concentration ranging from 3% to 7% and scum up to 4% by volume. Proposals must be submitted by April 29, 2026, and the awarded contractor will be required to provide performance and payment bonds. The City reserves the right to accept or reject bids based on qualifications and cost considerations.