Lost Lake Bid Proposal

Call for Sealed Bids:
Lost Lake Resort Community Project

Submit your bid to repair and replace critical septic systems at Lost Lake Resort
(Sunset 12, Fir 27, & Hemlock 51).

Sealed bids are requested for the repair and replacement of the septic systems at the Sunset, Fir, Hemlock North, and Hemlock South  areas of the resort. Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to a vital community upgrade.

Deadline: 2:00 PM (PST), Thursday, February 26, 2026

Project Overview

Lost Lake Resort is upgrading its septic systems to ensure a safe and efficient infrastructure for the community. These projects are funded by grants from the Department of Ecology. The project involves:

Project Site 1a (Sunset Loop - 12 Units)

• Repurpose existing 3,000-gallon septic tank as a trash tank
• Install one (1) NuWater BNR1500 aerobic treatment unit
• Install new transport piping
• Construct two (2) sand drainfield beds totaling approximately 1,440 square feet
• Perform pressure testing, coordinate County inspections, and complete backfill following approval

Project Site 1b (Fir - 27 Units)

• Repurpose existing septic tanks as trash tanks
• Install three (3) NuWater BNR1500 aerobic treatment units
• Install new transport piping
• Construct three (3) sand drainfield beds totaling approximately 3,240 square feet
• Perform pressure testing, coordinate County inspections, and complete backfill following approval.

Project Site 2a (Hemlock North - 29 Units)

• Repurpose two (2) existing 3,000-gallon septic tanks as trash tanks
• Install three (3) NuWater BNR1500 aerobic treatment units
• Install new transport piping
• Construct a drainfield consisting of three (3) sand-lined beds measuring approximately 10’ x 116’
• Perform pressure testing, coordinate County inspections, and complete backfill following approval.

Project Site 2b (Hemlock South - 22 Units)

• Install two (2) new 1,600-gallon trash tanks
• Install two (2) NuWater BNR1500 aerobic treatment units
• Install new transport piping
• Construct a drainfield consisting of three (3) sand-lined beds measuring approximately 10’ x 88’
• Perform pressure testing, coordinate County inspections, and complete backfill following approval.

All projects will require detailed planning, professional execution, and strict adherence to safety, environmental, and cultural survey requirements.

Key Project Details

Pre-Bid Site Visit

Option one:

• Date/time:
  Wednesday, January 28, 2026 @ 1:00 PM (PST)
• Location: Front gate of Lost Lake Resort, 1546 Reservation RD SE, Olympia, WA 98513.

Option two:

• Date/time:
  Thursday, February 12, 2026 @ 1:00 PM (PST)
• Location: Front gate of Lost Lake Resort, 1546 Reservation RD SE, Olympia, WA 98513.

Bid Submission Deadline

• Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026.
• Time: 2:00 PM (PST).
• Location:  Thurston County Environmental Health
  ATTN: Jean Frost – Lost Lake Bid
  3000 Pacific Ave SE, Ste. 225, Olympia, WA

Public Reading

• Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026.
• Time: 2:05 PM (PST).
• Location: Thurston County Meeting Room. Interested parties may attend at: Lacey_RM_184, 3000 Pacific Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501

Project Budget Allowance

• Project 1: Up to $429,287.00
• Project 2: Up to $448,366.00

Bid Submission Guidelines

• Submit sealed bids to:
  Thurston County Environmental Health Department
  ATTN: Jean Frost - Lost Lake Resort Bid Proposal
  3000 Pacific Ave SE, Suite 225, Olympia, WA 98501.
• No bid bond required. Upon contract signing, either a Performance and Payment Bond or the 10% retainage option must be provided.
• Clearly outline bids for each project.
• Bids must comply with the plans and specifications provided.
• The bid award shall be made to the lowest responsible bidder.

Additional Resources

• Plans and Specifications:
  Download the detailed project plans and specifications here: Plans & Specifications.
• Pre-Proposal Questions:
  Submit your questions online before 2:00 PM (PST) on Monday, February 23, 2026. Answers will be posted and can be found on this page.

Responses to Questions

Updated as questions come in.

Our Commitment to Fair Bidding

Lost Lake Resort ensures all bidders have an equal opportunity to participate. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, or disability.

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