Barrhead Regional Water Commission - Raw Water Valve Chamber Upgrading

The Barrhead Regional Water Commission is soliciting bids for the Raw Water Valve Chamber Upgrading project located in the Town of Barrhead, Alberta. The scope of work is divided into two distinct pricing options: Option 1 involves the full demolition and replacement of the existing concrete chamber, valves, and piping, while Option 2 focuses on modifying the existing chamber, replacing a pipe spool, installing new valves, and applying epoxy coating to existing piping. Key deliverables include the installation of a watertight concrete roof slab, an access hatch, lighting and heater systems, a new sump pump, and the use of professional divers to isolate raw water reservoir intakes. Bids must be submitted on a unit price basis via the online bidding portal by November 10, 2026. Evaluation factors include the bid price, proposed construction duration, and compliance with bid requirements. Prime bidders are required to hold a valid Certificate of Recognition or Temporary Letter of Certification from the Alberta Construction Safety Association. The contract requires a 10 percent bid security, as well as performance and labour and material payment bonds each valued at 50 percent of the contract price. Construction is scheduled to commence in Spring 2027, with the contractor responsible for adhering to Alberta Environment color coding for piping and maintaining a quality control system aligned with ANSI, ASTM, AWWA, and CSA standards.