New Hamburg WTP – Phase II Reservoir Assessment and Renewal

The Region of Waterloo is seeking a consulting engineering firm for the New Hamburg WTP Phase II Reservoir Assessment and Renewal project. The scope of work involves performing a detailed offline inspection of underground reservoirs, including roofs and waterproofing, and providing design, tender assistance, contract administration, and part-time inspection services for immediate repairs. Key repair activities include addressing internal waterproofing, wall anchors, hatch repairs, and supernatant pump disconnect switches to return the reservoir cells to service. The project is expected to complete detailed design by January 2027, with the construction phase concluding in Spring 2027. Consultants must adhere to the Region's Inventory, Condition, and Capital Planning Assessment Protocol and ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code, Ontario Electrical Safety Code, Ontario Fire Code, and AODA standards. The selection process is a single-stage evaluation based on quality factors, such as project approach and firm experience, and price factors via a mandatory upset budget. Successful bidders will enter into a Professional Consulting Services Agreement requiring professional liability insurance of 1 million dollars and a commitment to pay a living wage to employees. Payment terms are 30 days, with the Region reserving the right to a 10 percent holdback until final satisfaction of the services.