Veolia, the city’s contracted operator for the wastewater treatment plant, reports that the facility treated 28.14 million gallons in May 2026 but is still working to stabilize plant biology and reduce ammonia after an industrial shutdown. The report also notes that the DR4900 instrument has finally been received, and Veolia will begin QA/QC work to become a state‑approved lab, which should improve process control. This indicates ongoing operational challenges and investments at the WWTP under the existing Veolia contract. While the core O&M contract is in place, there may be needs for supplemental lab supplies, instrumentation calibration, SCADA/process optimization, and potentially engineering assistance to tune treatment performance. Vendors can use this intelligence to understand the incumbent (Veolia Water North America, paid 71123.93 in May) and timing for future rebids, and to offer complementary services or equipment that support lab certification, monitoring, and nutrient removal improvements.

Special Sewer Plant fund (SP Sewer Plant) shows over 2.3M in balance and more than 1.0M in YTD reven...