Title
Thermal Hydrolysis Process Design-Build Construction Phase
Action
Action:
Approve a guaranteed maximum price of $12,064,319 with PC Construction Company for design-build construction services for the McAlpine Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Thermal Hydrolysis and Biosolids Improvements project.
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Staff Resource(s):
Angela Charles, Charlotte Water
David Czerr, Charlotte Water
Chuck Bliss, Charlotte Water
Explanation
* This project will construct a thermal hydrolysis process (THP) system at the McAlpine Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant, located in the Town of Pineville (adjacent to Council District 7).
* THP is an enhanced biosolids treatment process that destroys pathogens and reduces the volume of biosolids. This process supports the city's Strategic Energy Action Plan goals by enhancing biogas production and on-site energy generation.
* Design-build projects consist of two phases. The design phase delivers the project design, and the construction phase will provide one or more guaranteed maximum price (GMP) to finalize the design and construct the project.
* On November 14, 2022, following a competitive solicitation process, City Council approved a contract for $14,145,000 with PC Construction Company for design-build design services for the McAlpine Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Thermal Hydrolysis and Biosolids Improvements project.
* The city's design-build delivery method is in conformance with NC General Statute Section 143-128.1(a) and consistent with the Design-Build Institute of America best practices.
* The project is anticipated to be complete by the second quarter of 2032.
Charlotte Business INClusion
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