Outlook Raw Water Pump House

The Town of Outlook is soliciting a lump sum price contract for comprehensive upgrades to the Raw Water Pump House, including the replacement of the main and intermediate floors and extensive civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and controls work. The project requires the facility to remain fully operational via temporary pumping throughout the duration of the work. Key constraints include strict shutdown prohibitions between May 15th and September 15th, with limited 24-hour windows permitted from September 16th to May 14th. Service disruptions are further restricted to specific nightly or daily windows depending on the pumphouse location. The contract is managed by Associated Engineering (Sask) Ltd. and requires bidders to submit a bid bond, a construction schedule, and detailed bidder qualifications. Awarding is based on the greatest value derived from quality, service, and price. The successful contractor must provide a dedicated superintendent, a construction safety plan, and comprehensive insurance, including $5 million in commercial general liability and builders risk insurance for 110% of the contract price. A stipulated cash allowance of $35,000 is provided for material testing and asbestos abatement. Technical requirements include strict adherence to OH&S standards for excavation and backfilling, specific labeling standards using Lamacoid plates for equipment, and a rigorous commissioning program involving functional performance testing. The contractor is designated as the Prime Contractor for Safety and must ensure all materials are delivered in original factory packaging. Bids must be submitted via the bids&tenders online platform, with the final submission deadline extended to September 24, 2026.