MS-220015A Lawrence Pump Station 9 Improvements

Solicitation CIFB-2600057, project number MS-220015A, is a sealed bid for the rehabilitation and expansion of Lawrence Pump Station 9 in Lawrence, Kansas. The scope of work involves the installation of a new chemical storage system, including a Ferrous Chloride Feed System with metering pumps and containment, as well as new submersible pumps, valves, gates, and piping. Additional requirements include the expansion of the electrical room, replacement of major electrical equipment, instrumentation and controls upgrades, and architectural and mechanical improvements to the existing structure. The project also necessitates the replacement of Manhole SSMH-2350 and modifications to Manhole SSMH-2360. A critical requirement of the contract is that the facility must remain in operational capacity throughout construction, requiring the contractor to provide bypass pumping with a firm capacity of 11.0 MGD and a standby pump. The contract is governed by EJCDC C-700 Standard General Conditions and specific supplementary conditions. Bids must be submitted as a lump sum via the City's online procurement portal by December 8, 2026, and must include a bid bond of at least 5 percent. Award decisions will be based on the best interests of the owner, considering bidder and subcontractor qualifications, technical data, and compliance with prescribed requirements. Technical standards include the 2018 International Building Code, ACI and AISC standards for concrete and steel, and AMCA Standard 500 for louvers. The contractor is responsible for all field dimension verification and must adhere to strict packaging and labeling requirements for equipment and spare parts, including anti-static materials for electronics and export-grade packing for long-term storage.