Cedar Rapids Ionwave #PUR0526-336

Cedar Rapids Water Division Solicits Lime Sludge Excavation, Hauling, and Disposal Services

The City of Cedar Rapids Water Division is seeking a contractor to manage the excavation, hauling, and disposal of approximately 50,000 tons of lime sludge annually from the Northwest Water Treatment Plant. - Government Buyer: - City of Cedar Rapids Water Division (Purchasing Services) - Scope of Work: - Excavation, transport, and environmentally compliant disposal of lime sludge from dewatering lagoons - Preferred disposal method is land application as agricultural lime; alternative methods allowed if compliant with Iowa DNR regulations - Contractor must provide all equipment, labor, and transportation - Detailed activity logs, certified scales for weighing, and site documentation required - All employees must complete OSHA 10 safety training and Water Utilities Contractor Safety Orientation - Strict insurance and regulatory compliance required - Quantities & Pricing: - Approximately 50,000 tons of lime sludge per year - Firm fixed price per ton - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on environmental safeguards and contamination prevention - No price escalation during the initial term; renewals may allow increases with documentation - Local preference programs may apply - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named, as this is a service-based contract.

Description

The City of Cedar Rapids Water Division is soliciting sealed bids for the excavation, hauling, and disposal of lime sludge at the Northwest Water Treatment Plant. The project involves removing approximately 50,000 tons of lime sludge annually from dewatering lagoons, with the contractor responsible for all equipment, labor, transport, and disposal in compliance with environmental regulations. Bids must be submitted electronically through the City's online procurement portal by June 23, 2026. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2026, to allow bidders to examine the work area and ask questions.

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