SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Award a construction contract to Razorback LLC, for the Marshall Street Water Reclamation Facility (MS WRF) Clarifier Improvements in the amount of $689,700.00 pursuant to Invitation to Bid 24-0066-UT and authorize the appropriate officials to execute the same.
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SUMMARY:
This project consists of installation of density current baffles in all four (4) secondary clarifiers at the MS WRF, located at 1605 Harbor Dr, Clearwater, FL 33755. Construction will be performed on one clarifier at a time and will required coordination with ongoing plant operations and weather related events. The Contractor will drain, clean, and inspect each clarifier; verify pressure relief valves; and adjust effluent weir elevations as needed.
The purpose of the project is to improve clarifier performance by enhancing solids removal efficiency, resulting in more consistent treated effluent quality and increased operational reliability of the wastewater treatment facility.
The Public Utilities Engineering Department issued ITB 24-0066-UT, which closed on January 14, 2026. The lowest responsive and responsible bid, submitted in accordance with the plans and specifications, was received from Razorback LLC. The Engineer of Record (EOR) AECOM evaluated the bids and recommends award of the construction contract to Razorback, LLC.
On March 6, 2025, City Council approved an initial work order to AECOM for design, bidding, engineering and construction inspection services for this project in the amount of $118,892.00.
The construction duration is 240 consecutive calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.
The City of Clearwater’s Public Utilities Department is responsible for owning, operating, and maintaining the MS WRF.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
3217321-563800-96213
Funds are available in capital improvement project 96213 - Marshall Street Upgrades/Improvements to fund this contract. This project is funded with revenues from the Water and Sewer Utility Enterprise Fund.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
This project aligns with the Council’s Strategic Plan objective of achieving a High Performing Government through proactive maintenance of public infrastructure. Approval of this construction award will help ensure the continued efficiency and reliability of the City’s wastewater treatment operations.
