Cedar Rapids Ionwave #6250130

Construction Manager at Risk Services for Northwest Water Treatment Plant Capacity Improvements

The City of Cedar Rapids Utilities Department is seeking Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for a major capacity improvement project at the Northwest Water Treatment Plant. - Government Buyer: - City of Cedar Rapids Utilities Department - Purchasing Services Office - Eligible Vendors: - Pre-qualified firms: Rice Lake Construction Group, Tricon Construction Group, The Weitz Company - Project Scope: - Phase 1: Preconstruction services including constructability reviews, value engineering, cost estimating, scheduling, and collaboration with owner and engineer - Phase 2: Full construction services as general contractor, including design review, procurement of subcontractors and vendors, self-performance of construction elements, construction, startup, and commissioning - Key Products and Equipment: - High Service Pump (1 unit) - Chlorine Scrubber (1 unit) - Diesel Generator (1 unit, used, procured by owner) - Filter Influent and Backwash Valves and Actuators (16 units total) - Aerators (2 units) - Dual Media Filters (4-7 units) - Filter Backwash Pump Station and Backwash Reclaim Tank and Pump Station (1 unit) - Notable Requirements: - Maximum billing rate cap of $350/hour for preconstruction staff - Mandatory site tour for proposers - Open-book cost estimating, risk management, and shared savings provisions for GMP contracts - DBE participation and compliance with Iowa state regulations - Emphasis on phased construction and long-lead equipment procurement - Estimated Contract Value: - Project budget for CMAR services is $120 million, funded by the Iowa Drinking Water State Revolving Fund - Place of Performance: - Northwest Water Treatment Plant, 7807 Ellis Road, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 - City Hall, 101 First Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

Description

The City of Cedar Rapids Utilities Department is soliciting sealed proposals electronically for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for the 2026 Northwest Water Treatment Plant Capacity Improvements project. The project involves two phases: Phase 1 includes preconstruction services such as constructability reviews, value engineering, estimating, and scheduling, culminating in agreement on project schedule and price at 90% design completion. Phase 2 involves construction services where the CMAR acts as general contractor, including design review, procurement, self-performance of certain construction elements, full construction, startup, and commissioning. The City requires proposals to be submitted through its online e-procurement portal by June 17, 2026, and will evaluate proposals promptly after opening.

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