PRIMARY UV Disinfection – The treatment plant currently utilizes dated technology and equipment capabilities. The system needs to be updated to achieve continued necessary disinfection levels and allow for improved maintenance capabilities, all while providing continued protection for downstream water quality in the Shunganunga Creek. Phosphorus – It is necessary to achieve compliance with the phosphorus mass loading limits per present KDHE requirements. This may include the construction of new facilities utilizing proven technology, modifications to existing facilities utilizing new technology, revised controls and control protocols, changes in operational procedures, and/or a combination of modifications. SECONDARY VFD Drives and Controls – Current process control systems are dated and need to be updated with newer technology and more efficient operating protocols. Currently installed VFD (variable frequency drives) units operating within the plant process control framework need to be updated to provide greater plant operating efficiency. Control Systems – Current control systems for the AERO-MOD treatment system need assessment and upgrade to implement advanced technology for continued long-term operations. Potential implementation of ongoing Pilot Plant technologies must be considered. Odor-Control System – The original system is inoperable and needs to be updated to provide treatment plant safety for operating staff and environmental controls to minimize the impact to nearby residential areas, including an elementary school located adjacent to the treatment plant site. The existing system is based on dated technology and equipment. The inoperability of the present system has had a negative impact to the headworks building HVAC equipment. Wastewater Sludge Processing and Management – With the management of waste sludges being a critical key to overall treatment plant management, the existing processing system needs evaluated and updated, as needed, to continue effective processing.
