Kalmar Booster Station #08

Rochester Public Utilities is soliciting bids for the construction of the Kalmar Booster Station #08, located within the Pebble Creek 6th development in northwest Rochester, Minnesota. The primary objective of the project is to construct a new facility designed to boost water pressure from the Northwest High Service Area to the Kalmar High Service Area. The scope of work includes the installation of a split case booster pump and various process improvements involving piping components ranging from 4 to 12 inches. The project is expected to be significantly completed by August 27, 2027, and must adhere to comprehensive engineering drawings and specifications, including specific requirements for concrete footings and soil bearing capacity. The contract is subject to Minnesota State Prevailing Wage Requirements, and bidders must provide a Statement of Compliance and a Responsible Contractor Certification per Minnesota Statutes. Award criteria are based on responsiveness and responsibility, with the city evaluating safety records, bonding capacity, and past performance. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability with a minimum of 1 million dollars per occurrence and 2 million dollars annual aggregate. Bids must be submitted via publicpurchase.com by 2:00 PM on September 11, 2026. While there are conflicting notes regarding bid security and bonds, the documents specify that performance and payment bonds covering 100 percent of the contract price may be required upon award from a surety rated B+ or higher by A.M. Best.