Opportunity
Santa Cruz Opengov #WT-0295
Santa Cruz Seeks Construction Management for Water Treatment Plant Upgrade
Posted
April 03, 2026
Respond By
May 15, 2026
Identifier
WT-0295
NAICS
237990
The City of Santa Cruz Water Department is seeking qualified construction management firms for a major upgrade of the Graham Hill Water Treatment Plant Facility, valued at over $100 million. - Government Buyer: - City of Santa Cruz Water Department - Project Scope: - Progressive design-build improvements at the city's only surface water treatment plant - Replacement and upgrade of water treatment processes and infrastructure - Upgrades to meet updated water quality, seismic, electrical, and fire code standards - Services Requested: - Project management, construction management, and inspection services - Ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous plant operation during construction - Procurement Process: - Mandatory pre-qualification step - Shortlisted firms will be invited to a subsequent RFP for Construction Management and Environmental Services - Unique Requirements: - Plant must remain fully operational during all construction activities - Compliance with all relevant codes and standards - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice.
Description
The City of Santa Cruz Water Department is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from Construction Management firms to provide services for the Graham Hill Water Treatment Plant Facility Improvements Project. The project involves a progressive design-build approach at an active water treatment plant with a construction value over $100 million. The scope includes replacement and upgrade of water treatment processes and infrastructure to meet current and future standards, including seismic, electrical, and fire code requirements. The selected firm will assist in planning, coordinating, and overseeing construction activities while ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining treatment operations.