Bid guide
How to bid on Engineering & Grant Management Services for Water and Wastewater System Resiliency Projects for the City of Darien
What the City of Darien is buying
The City of Darien is seeking engineering and grant management services for three projects aimed at improving water and wastewater system resiliency after Hurricane Helene. The work involves upgrades to two pump stations and the wastewater treatment plant in Darien, Georgia.
Specific tasks include replacing pumps and controls, adding generators, enlarging a wet well and forcemain, and improving treatment headworks and electrical systems. This is an opportunity for firms specializing in water and wastewater infrastructure and grant management.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on July 24, 2026. The deadline for submissions is August 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
An optional pre-bid meeting will be held on August 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. This meeting will take place at City Hall, located at 106 Washington Street, Darien. Attending the pre-bid meeting can provide valuable insights, though it is not mandatory.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for engineering firms with expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure, particularly those with experience in pump station upgrades, wastewater treatment plant improvements, and resiliency projects. Firms with experience in grant management for similar public works projects will also find this relevant.
The projects focus on increasing capacity and resiliency, replacing aging equipment, and improving electrical systems. Vendors with a strong track record in these areas, especially in the context of hurricane recovery and infrastructure hardening, are well-suited.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation documents and learn how to respond, you need to view the original posting on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). The event number is PE-66435-NONST-2027-000000002.
Viewing the posting and its associated documents is public and does not require an account. Some Georgia events may route documents and responses to an external “Event Link” (Team Georgia Marketplace); otherwise, you should submit your response as directed in the posting before the specified deadline. The point of contact for questions is Amy Hitt at [email protected].
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience with similar water and wastewater infrastructure projects, especially those involving pump station upgrades, treatment plant improvements, and resiliency measures. Highlight any past work related to disaster recovery or infrastructure hardening.
Emphasize your firm's capabilities in grant management, detailing how you can support the City of Darien in securing and managing funding for these projects. Provide specific examples of successful grant applications or management for public sector clients. Ensure your proposal directly addresses each project's specific goals, such as increasing capacity, improving resiliency, and replacing deteriorated equipment. Pay close attention to all submission instructions and deadlines outlined in the solicitation.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Darien; the original posting controls.