The City of Aberdeen, South Dakota is seeking sealed bids for the 2026 Water Treatment Plant Lime Slaker Replacement. Bids will be publicly opened on May 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The work includes labor, equipment, and materials to replace existing slakers and controls. Bidders must submit bids in accordance with specifications and may be required to provide bid security for bids exceeding $50,000. Contracts over $50,000 will require a performance bond and a payment bond. Bidders are cautioned to visit the site to inform themselves of local conditions. Addenda will be posted on the city's website, and bidders are responsible for downloading and acknowledging them. A plan holders list can be accessed via a provided form link.
The bid proposal form indicates that the bidder agrees to furnish the required bonds and to enter into a contract within ten (10) days after acceptance of this bid. The contract agreement states that the contractor shall start work without delay and shall substantially complete the work within the time periods set forth in the bid form.
The bid notice does not explicitly state the payment terms. However, the contract agreement mentions that payment will be made in the manner provided in the general conditions.
The bid notice states that the owner reserves the right to accept the bid which, in its judgment, is the lowest and best bid, to reject any or all bids, and to waive irregularities or informalities in any bid.
Bidders will be required to submit evidence that they have a practical knowledge of the particular work bid upon and that they have the financial resources to complete the proposed work. The following factors will be considered: work previously completed by the bidder, whether the bidder maintains a permanent place of business, has adequate plant and equipment, has the financial resources to meet all obligations, and has appropriate technical experience.
The bid security may be retained by and shall be forfeited to the owner as liquidated damages if the bid is accepted and a contract based thereon is awarded and the bidder shall fail to enter into a contract in the form prescribed, with legally responsible sureties, within ten (10) days after such award is made by the owner.
Bidders should visit the site of the work and shall completely inform themselves relative to construction hazards and procedure, labor, and all other conditions and factors, local and otherwise, which would affect prosecution and completion of the work and its cost.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the bid.