SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Authorize a purchase order to AECOM Technical Services, Inc (AECOM) of Tampa, FL for design, bidding, and construction services for the installation of density current baffles on all four secondary clarifiers at the Marshall Street Water Reclamation Facility (MS WRF), project 24-0066-UT, in the amount of $118,892.00 pursuant to RFQ 34-23, Engineer of Record (EOR) Consulting Services and authorize the appropriation officials to execute same. (consent)
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SUMMARY:
Clarifiers play a crucial role in wastewater treatment by separating sludge from water to produce a higher-quality effluent. MS WRF is equipped with four secondary clarifiers, each measuring 100 feet in diameter. During periods of high flow, the sludge blanket in the clarifiers rises, causing solids to wash over the effluent weirs and clog downstream filters.
To mitigate this issue and enhance clarifier efficiency, the City plans to install density current baffles (Stamford Baffles) on all four secondary clarifiers. These baffles will improve flow distribution, reduce weir overflows, and ensure the smooth operation of the clarifier arms.
AECOM was selected for this project based on the expertise of its professional team and its proven track record on similar projects. AECOM is recognized for consistently delivering high-quality results on time and with professionalism, reinforcing its selection for this initiative.
The design phase is anticipated to be completed within approximately 150 days following Council’s approval, not including construction time.
The construction costs are estimated to be under $4 million.
MS WRF is owned, operated and maintained by the City of Clearwater Public Utilities Department.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
3277327-530100-M1905
Funding is available in capital improvement project M1905, Mashall Street Plant R&R to fund this work order. This project is funded with revenues from the Water and Sewer Utility Enterprise Fund.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
In furtherance of the Council’s Strategic Plan to achieve High Performing Government by maintaining public infrastructure through systematic management efforts, approval of a Work Order to AECOM is requested.
