Refractory Inspection and Repair Services

Under the terms of this bid, the bidder shall be capable of providing inspection and repair services on three (3) sludge burning incinerators and refractory lined duct work owned and operated by the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District. The three Fluidized Bed Incinerators (BFI) are located at the Southerly Wastewater Treatment Center (SWWTC). To maintain fuel efficiencies and avoid unplanned shutdowns inspections and repairs of the District’s incinerators is critical to its operations. The refractories protect the shell from corrosion and are designed to withstand high temperatures. Work performed under this Contract shall include as requested inspections, general refractory repairs and modifications to the District’s three (3) sludge burning incinerators and refractory lined duct work. The work shall be performed on a rotating schedule, coordinated with, and approved by the District, as only one incinerator can be removed from service at the same time. The incinerators have wet scrubber systems, North American® natural gas burners, and other emission reducing equipment. The incinerators are also monitored and controlled by a SCADA system.

Non-mandatory pre-bid site inspections are to be scheduled with the facility representative identified in the Detailed Specifications (DS-2) between July 29th, 2025 - July 31st, 2025. Site inspections are to be completed by 2:00 pm on Thursday, July 31st, 2025.

This contract includes estimates needed for a two (2) year period or until funds are appropriated to this contract are exhausted, whichever should occur first.

The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (Sewer District) protects public health and the environment by leading effective wastewater and stormwater management. As the largest wastewater treatment provider in the State of Ohio, the Sewer District spans 380 square miles, serves 62 communities and one million residents, treats 90 billion gallons of wastewater a year, and manages more than 400 miles of streams.

In addition to its award-winning treatment plant and laboratory performance, the Sewer District's Project Clean Lake construction program will reduce annual Lake Erie pollution by 4 billion gallons by 2035, while its Regional Stormwater Management Program addresses widespread inter-community problems like flooding, pollution, and erosion.

NEORSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, recognizing the full range of human differences and similarities. Through our unwavering efforts to leverage the potential of our diversity, we continually strive to build and foster an environment that respects each individual . We encourage and promote innovation and provide opportunities for all employees to interact, communicate, and realize the full potential of their talents.