Wells 6, 12, 14, and 15 Site Improvements

The Engineering Department of the Irvine Ranch Water District is soliciting bids for solicitation number 11570, titled Wells 6, 12, 14, and 15 Site Improvements. The project scope involves the removal and replacement of electrical and ventilation equipment, flow meter and instrumentation replacement, structural modifications, equipment pad installation, and civil improvements. Specific requirements for Well 15 include pump and motor replacement and an optional downhole well rehabilitation. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a total performance period of 1,000 calendar days from the date of the Notice of Award, including a 20-day allowance for weather. Bidders must submit proposals electronically via PlanetBids by November 18, 2026, and provide a 10 percent bid bond. The successful contractor is required to furnish payment and performance bonds for 100 percent of the contract price and adhere to California prevailing wage rates. Technical requirements include strict adherence to IRWD General Technical Specifications, NETA ATS-2017 for electrical testing, and OSHA and NFPA 70E for arc-flash warning signs. All materials must be delivered in unopened manufacturer containers, and specific labeling standards for potable and recycled water must be followed. Final acceptance is contingent upon the repair of all defects and the submission of certified reports for cathodic protection and electrical acceptance testing performed by an independent NETA member firm.