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Sandusky commissioners approve design-build rehab for Plant Digester No. 2 after debate over cost and procurement
Summary
The Sandusky City Commission on Nov. 10 approved a design-build contract for rehabilitation of Digester No. 2 at the Sandusky Water Pollution Control plant. Commissioners questioned why early staff estimates of about $1 million rose substantially, pressed staff on single-bid procurement and heard that completion is expected in 12–18 months.
The Sandusky City Commission voted Nov. 10 to adopt an ordinance authorizing a design-build contract with Mosier Construction Inc. for rehabilitation of Digester No. 2 at the Sandusky Water Pollution Control plant. The ordinance was adopted under suspension of rules after extended discussion about procurement approach, cost estimates and schedule.
The digester has been inoperable for about two years, and city staff and engineers said the 47-year-old equipment suffered metal corrosion that left structural concrete intact but required replacement or major rehabilitation of metal components. City Engineer/Staff and the design team recommended a design-build approach to deliver the specialized work.
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