St. Andrews Pump Station Upgrades 266 St Andrews Street Cambridge, Ontario (Under PQ2026-19)

The Region of Waterloo is soliciting bids for the St. Andrews Pump Station Upgrades located at 266 St. Andrews Street in Cambridge, Ontario. The project scope encompasses general pump station upgrades, site work, and the demolition and disposal of Standpipe 2. The work is structured into two primary phases, with Phase 1 focusing on tank installation and connection, and Phase 2 covering the pump station upgrades, site works, and decommissioning of the existing tank. Key technical requirements include the installation of horizontal split case centrifugal pumps, electrical and instrumentation upgrades, and the salvage of specific assets such as fans, pumps, and PLC panels. The project also involves significant environmental and safety compliance, including the management of approximately 2,000 cubic metres of excess soil per Ontario Regulation 406/19, the mitigation of hazardous materials like lead paint and mercury, and strict adherence to tree protection standards. The contract is scheduled to begin on November 30, 2026, with a pre-construction window for material ordering and shop drawing approvals; physical construction is prohibited until May 1, 2027. Substantial performance is expected by March 31, 2028, with final completion by May 1, 2028. The contract will be awarded to the lowest compliant bidder, with a provided contingency allowance of 350,000.00 dollars. Bidders must provide a bid bond, a 50 percent labour and material bond, and a 50 percent performance bond. Payment will be processed monthly via proper invoices, with the owner making payments within 28 calendar days of receipt. All work must be performed while maintaining normal pump station operations.