How to bid on the Industrial Boulevard Lift Station Sewer Extension for the City of Covington

What the City of Covington is buying

The City of Covington is seeking bids for the Industrial Boulevard Lift Station: Sewer Extension project. This work involves extending sanitary sewer service, which includes installing approximately 1,165 linear feet of new 8-inch sanitary sewer pipe. This will use both open-cut PVC and ductile iron pipe, and a directional drill crossing with 8-inch HDPE.

The project also requires constructing new sanitary sewer manholes, connecting to the existing sewer system, bypass pumping, adjusting an existing manhole to grade, and installing associated fittings and appurtenances. This is a construction opportunity for firms specializing in utility infrastructure.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on July 21, 2026. Bids are due by 10:00 AM ET on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Sealed bids must be received at Covington City Hall, 2194 Emory Street NW, Covington, GA 30014 by this deadline.

Immediately after the deadline, bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 2116 Stallings Street NW, Covington, GA 30014. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET at the Council/Court Room, 2116 Stallings Street NW, Covington.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in sanitary sewer installation and extension projects. Specifically, companies with expertise in installing 8-inch sewer pipe using both open-cut and directional drilling methods, manhole construction, and system connections will find this relevant. The project falls under the construction category.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full solicitation documents, you need to view the original source on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). Viewing the posting and its document list is public and does not require an account.

Some Georgia events route documents and responses to an external “Event Link” (Team Georgia Marketplace). If this is not the case, submit your sealed bid as directed on the posting before the August 27, 2026, deadline. The point of contact for this solicitation is William Jones.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all specifications, especially those detailing the linear footage, pipe sizes, and installation methods (open-cut, directional drill). Ensure your bid accurately reflects the scope of work for each component, including manholes, connections, and bypass pumping.

Attend the optional pre-bid meeting on August 7, 2026, if possible. This can provide valuable insights and allow you to ask questions directly. Pay close attention to the submission requirements for sealed bids, including the correct address and time, to ensure your bid is considered.