Wastewater Treatment System Upgrades – Phase 1 & 2

The contract pertains to the design and construction of process improvements at the wastewater treatment facility in Santa Maria to bring operations into compliance with new effluent discharge standards, increase system capacity, and ensure uninterrupted 24/7 service throughout all phases of construction. The project is divided into two phases aimed at modernizing critical infrastructure without disrupting ongoing treatment operations, requiring careful sequencing, advanced engineering solutions, and robust mitigation strategies for continuous service delivery. Work will focus on upgrading treatment units, enhancing effluent filtration and disinfection systems, and expanding hydraulic throughput to meet future demand and regulatory requirements. This subcontract is tied to the City of Santa Maria’s broader initiative to modernize its wastewater infrastructure and is governed under NAICS code 221320 for wastewater treatment. Performance is specifically localized to Santa Maria with a ZIP code of 93458, and the project was posted on July 21, 2026, indicating active procurement planning for a near-future bid cycle. The urgency of regulatory compliance and operational continuity drives the timeline and execution parameters, demanding contractors with proven experience in live wastewater plant retrofits, environmental regulation adherence, and complex construction logistics under strict public utility constraints.