Engineering services for Fairfield Island source water feasibility study

The City of Chilliwack is seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a comprehensive engineering study to evaluate the feasibility of developing a new groundwater source on Fairfield Island, specifically in an area extending up to one kilometer north and west of the existing neighborhood. The study will involve both desktop analysis and critical field-based work, including exploratory borehole drilling, to assess the quality of groundwater and the productivity of underlying aquifers. The primary objectives are to determine the potential for using this source to support agricultural processing operations and to supplement the City’s potable water supply, with special attention given to the impacts of climate change on local hydrological conditions. Fieldwork must be scheduled during the hottest months of summer to capture the most accurate representation of groundwater behavior under peak environmental stress. The solicitation, identified as BC230210, was posted on June 2, 2026, and responses are due by July 2, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 541330 for engineering services and is managed by the City of Chilliwack, though the listing incorrectly categorizes the organization type as federal and lists the agency as the Government of Canada. All relevant documents can be accessed via the City’s website at www.chilliwack.com/bids, and inquiries should be directed to Tori Wiebe, the designated contracting authority, at twiebe@chilliwack.com. The project requires a consultant with proven expertise in hydrogeological investigations and experience in conducting field studies under variable climatic conditions to ensure reliable, actionable results for long-term water resource planning.