Des Moines Ionwave #D26-231 Addendum 2

Des Moines Seeks Biosolids Hauling and Land Application Services

The Des Moines Metropolitan Wastewater Reclamation Authority (DMMWRA) is seeking bids for biosolids hauling and land application services to support its wastewater management operations. - Government Buyer: - City of Des Moines, Des Moines Metropolitan Wastewater Reclamation Authority (DMMWRA), Procurement Division - Contact: Michelle DePhillips - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or named vendors are required or referenced in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Hauling, spreading, and incorporation of at least 5,000 tons of biosolids annually on area farm fields - Contractor must provide all labor, supervision, materials, and equipment (tractors, spreaders, tillage equipment, semi tractors, trailers, dump trucks) - Contractor is responsible for securing compliant application sites - Services must comply with federal (40 CFR 503) and Iowa Administrative Code 567, Chapter 67 regulations - Detailed reporting on application activities, volumes, rates, and compliance documentation is required - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contractor must have a minimum of five years' experience in biosolids land application - Must provide a spill response plan and comply with insurance and indemnification standards - Operations may be conducted 24/7 during application periods; city staff will load biosolids during daytime hours only - Pricing is firm for the initial two-year term; no price increases allowed during this period - Option for a one-year contract extension - Place of Performance: - Des Moines Metropolitan Wastewater Reclamation Facility (WRF), 3000 Vandalia Road, Des Moines, IA 50317 - Application sites will be area farm fields secured by the contractor

Description

The City of Des Moines is soliciting sealed bids from qualified companies for the hauling and land application of biosolids on area farm fields. The contract requires the hauling, spreading, and incorporation of at least 5,000 tons of biosolids annually, with the contractor responsible for providing labor, equipment, and securing application sites compliant with federal and state regulations. Operations may occur 24/7 during application, with loading times restricted to daytime hours. The contractor must submit detailed reports and a spill response plan, and comply with insurance and indemnification requirements.

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