Wastewater Treatment Plant & Recycled Water Upgrades

The City of Banning is seeking a qualified consultant to provide comprehensive engineering and project management services for the phased modernization and expansion of its Wastewater Treatment Plant and recycled water facilities, with the goal of increasing treatment capacity to approximately 4.8 million gallons per day and producing Title 22 compliant tertiary recycled water while accommodating future reverse osmosis and brine management enhancements. The consultant will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for full engineering design across hydraulic, civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and SCADA systems, delivering phased design documents from Basis of Design through 100% construction-ready plans and specifications. Additional responsibilities include permitting support, bidding assistance, grant management to ensure compliance with federal funding requirements, and optional engineering services during construction, all subject to approval via written authorization. The project must adhere to California Building Code standards and industry best practices, with all deliverables undergoing rigorous internal QA/QC review prior to City submission and acceptance. The procurement is initiated under solicitation number 20260807007, with proposals due by September 18, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via the City’s designated procurement portal after registering on OpenGov. The award will be made based on a best-value trade-off methodology, evaluating technical merit across five primary factors—approach and methodology (30%), qualifications (25%), experience (20%), pricing (10%), and professional references (10%)—with an additional 5% allocated for value-added services. The baseline contract term extends through December 31, 2029, with potential one-year extensions up to five years total, contingent upon satisfactory performance and negotiated pricing. Proposers must be registered with the California Secretary of State, maintain a valid Banning business license, provide proof of insurance, and demonstrate compliance with state and federal regulations. A non-negotiable standard agreement is required, and failure to execute it within 14 days of award may result in rescission. The City prohibits ex parte communications with officials and requires full disclosure of any organizational or personal conflicts of interest, including affiliations with City personnel or elected officials. All travel and lodging expenses must comply with IRS reimbursement rates, and proposals are public records under the California Public Records Act unless proprietary content is explicitly flagged.