Contractor Bid Information

The Cobb County Water System’s capital improvement program includes several different types of construction projects that require the services of experienced and qualified contractors.  In accordance with State laws and local ordinances, contractors are selected for these public works projects through a competitive bidding process or, at times, through a competitive proposal process.

Since many projects are similar in nature, the County has adopted a policy that allows each department to prequalify contractors for anticipated future work.  The Water System’s prequalification program has been developed primarily for projects involving smaller diameter water main and sewer line construction.  Major projects that involve the construction of large-diameter pipelines, pumping stations, or wastewater treatment plants typically will include a project-specific qualification process.

Oftentimes, transportation construction projects in the County require the relocation of existing utilities, including the water and sewer facilities of the Cobb County Water System.  While these projects are bid and managed by the Cobb County Department of Transportation, the contractor that actually performs the relocation work must be included on the Water System’s current List of Prequalified Contractors.

All contractors working on Water System facilities must be licensed as a Utility Contractor by the State of Georgia.  Also, there are licensing requirements for other trades (e.g., electrical, low-voltage wiring, HVAC, and plumbing) that may be involved in pump station or treatment plant projects.  To visit the Georgia Secretary of State website for further information on licensing, click here.

As with other County departments, current bid opportunities are listed on the Purchasing Department website, along with information regarding Vendor Registration, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation, and Georgia Security & Immigration Act requirements.  To visit the Cobb County Purchasing Department website, click here.