Transmission Main Renewal Phase 2

The Transmission Main Renewal Phase 2 project, identified as Bid 5130 and Project 48202, is a solicitation by the City of Santa Barbara for the renewal of water transmission mains. The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of existing piping, valves, and assemblies, specifically replacing 12-inch butterfly valves with gate valves and installing new 4-inch and 6-inch gate valves for isolation. Additional infrastructure requirements include the installation of blow-off discharge piping, chimneys, H20 valve boxes, and cathodic protection measures. The project involves significant site work such as excavation, shoring, dewatering, demolition of thrust blocks, and pavement restoration. Performance locations include the Cater Water Treatment Plant and intersections at State Street/San Roque Road and Standley Drive. Bidders must submit their proposals via the PlanetBids portal by October 16, 2026. A critical requirement for award is the submission of a completed Best Value Questionnaire; failure to comply may result in a bid being rejected as nonresponsive. The prime contractor is mandated to self-perform at least 50 percent of the work, excluding specialty work. Extensive pre-construction documentation is required, including staging plans, haul routes, and traffic control plans stamped by a licensed traffic engineer. Additionally, the contractor must provide a draft baseline schedule, a schedule of values, and pre-construction video and photographic records of the site. All work must adhere to City of Santa Barbara standard details and municipal codes, with specific requirements for night work coordination and confined space entry.