Wastewater Treatment Plant Odor Control Improvements

The City of Palm Springs is soliciting bids for Project No. 23-16, the Wastewater Treatment Plant Odor Control Improvements, located in Palm Springs, California. The project involves the fabrication and installation of two aluminum flat covers over existing 100-foot primary clarifiers to improve odor control. The scope of work includes the demolition of existing launder covers and walkways, the installation of new flat and launder covers, integration of ducting into the existing odor control system, and all necessary electrical, structural, and mechanical modifications. The project is governed by the 2024 Edition of the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Greenbook) and the 2024 Caltrans Standard Specifications for technical provisions. The contract will be awarded to a responsive and responsible bidder based primarily on the lowest overall cost. Performance is scheduled to begin within 10 working days of the Notice to Proceed, with a completion timeline of 250 working days, excluding long lead-time items. Key requirements include the provision of bid security equal to 10 percent of the total bid price, as well as performance and payment bonds. Upon acceptance, a warranty bond for 25 percent of the final contract price is required for one year. Contractors must comply with California prevailing wage laws and maintain commercial general liability insurance endorsing the City as an additional insured. Bids must be submitted electronically via the PlanetBids portal by 3:00 PM on November 9, 2026.