Alessandro Ponds Optimization Phase II

The Alessandro Ponds Optimization Phase II project, managed by the Construction Department of Eastern Municipal Water District, involves the deepening of existing retention ponds at the Alessandro Ponds site in San Jacinto, California. The scope of work includes the grading of Ponds No. 1, 2, and 3, including bottoms, slopes, and access roads, with an estimated export of 120,000 cubic yards of excess soil. Key infrastructure improvements include the replacement of a 21 inch pipeline with a new 20 inch PVC C900 pipeline, the installation of 12 inch inlet piping, 18 inch and 8 inch transfer piping, and the application of 8 inch thick soil cement protection to newly graded pond slopes. This public works contract is awarded based on the total bid, with a response deadline of December 15, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate responsibility by providing an eight year experience record showing the successful completion of at least three similar projects involving mass grading of 50,000 cubic yards or more and the installation of pipelines 12 inches or larger. Required submissions include resumes of key personnel, a 10 percent bid bond submitted via Surety 2000, Cal-OSHA Form 300A, and a non-collusion declaration. The contractor is responsible for all safety programs and must comply with South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 403 for Large Operations. Upon award, the contractor must furnish performance and payment bonds each equal to 100 percent of the contract amount.