Baker Water Treatment Plant CIP Piping Replacement

The Baker Water Treatment Plant CIP Piping Replacement project, solicitation number 13200, is a construction contract managed by the Engineering Department of the Irvine Ranch Water District in Lake Forest, California. The scope of work involves comprehensive demolition of floor slabs, walls, and existing CIP piping, followed by civil and mechanical upgrades. Key activities include trenching and the installation of a new CIP concrete containment trench, modifications to existing drain lines and air release valve discharge piping, and the installation of new CIP piping and supports. The project also requires high-performance coating for the new concrete trench and piping, as well as touch-up coatings for eyewash station piping. The successful contractor must complete the work within 180 calendar days from the Notice of Award and is responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, and equipment, including the submission of final record drawings and completion of startup testing. Bids must be submitted electronically via the PlanetBids portal no later than 2:00 PM on October 15, 2026, following a mandatory pre-bid meeting on September 30, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, requiring a Class A California contractor's license and proof of current registration to perform public work. Bidders must provide a 10% bid bond and, upon award, furnish performance and payment bonds totaling 100% of the contract price. Compliance with several regulatory mandates is required, including California Labor Code prevailing wage requirements, California Air Resources Board (CARB) certification for off-road diesel-fueled fleets, and adherence to strict safety and hazardous material handling protocols. The submission must include various certifications, such as a non-collusion declaration, a safety program certification, and evidence of compliance with California Labor Code sections regarding ineligible contractors.