WORK DESCRIPTION: The Work under this contract includes demolishing the existing Return Activated Sludge and South Primary Effluent flumes at the Aeration Mixing box, installing new magnetic flow meters, constructing a new 42-inch force main from the South Primary Pump Station to the Aeration Basin, and all necessary electrical and control connections for startup and commissioning. BID SECURITY: Bid security in the amount of 10 percent of the bid must accompany each bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. NO LATE BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Your bid must be uploaded prior to the Closing Date and Time. The City strongly recommends that you give yourself sufficient time and at least ONE (1) day before the closing date and time to begin the uploading process and to finalize your submission. The City accepts no responsibility for non-receipt and/or delays in receipt caused by transmission and reception problems, equipment failure, or any other similar cause. Each bid is instantly sealed and will only be visible to the City after the closing date and time. Uploading large documents may take significant time, depending on the size of the file(s) and your internet connection speed. Minimum system requirements: Internet Explorer 11, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, or Mozilla Firefox. Javascript must be enabled. Browser cookies must be enabled. Prevailing Wage Rates and necessary forms are available at website. BOLI Prevailing Wage Rates for Public Works Contracts in Oregon dated July 5, 2023, including all amendments issued prior to June 16, 2023. Please contact Equity Hub at help@equityhub.us or (267) 225-1407 for technical questions related to your submission. The Vendor Guide for Bid Locker can be found at Vendor Guide for Bid Locker. TECHNICAL QUESTIONS: Inquiries concerning the contents of the bid specifications should be directed to Kyler King, PE, Project Manager, at 503-588-6211. The City of Salem (City) reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive informalities, and to postpone the award of the contract for thirty (30) days.