1334052: Jardine Water Purification Plant - Surface Infrastructure Rehab

Solicitation 78344, issued by the City of Chicago Department of Water Management, seeks a contractor for the surface infrastructure rehabilitation and protection of underlying water treatment facilities at the Jardine Water Purification Plant. The scope of work includes comprehensive surface repairs such as the preparation and repair of concrete slabs (top, bottom, and full-depth), beam vertical faces, and the removal and replacement of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters. Key deliverables include site management, mobilization, and traffic control. The contract is structured as a Blanket Purchase Agreement, with the award granted to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest Evaluated Bid Amount. This amount is derived from the Contract Base Bid and may be adjusted by specific city-based, MBE/WBE, or veteran-owned business incentives. The project requires strict adherence to technical standards, including ASME A112.6.4 for drains and ASTM standards for ultrasonic testing and galvanizing repairs. Performance begins upon a written Notice to Proceed, requiring the submission of a Construction Operations Plan and a Critical Path Method schedule within 14 days. Bidders must provide a bid deposit of 5% of the Total Base Bid and furnish full performance and payment bonds if required. Compliance requirements include the Illinois Department of Labor prevailing wage rates, Buy America provisions, and various equal opportunity and disability access regulations. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the iSupplier system by December 18, 2026, including all required certifications for socioeconomic status and original signatures.