Iqaluit #2026-RFP-018

Consultant Services for LTWP - Happy Valley Water System Upgrades in Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit is seeking a consultant to deliver design and construction services for the Long-Term Water Project (LTWP) - Happy Valley Upgrades, targeting improvements to the municipal water distribution system. - Government Buyer: - City of Iqaluit, Engineering and Capital Projects Department - Public Works Department, Water and Wastewater Services - Director of Engineering and Capital Planning - Scope of Work: - Preliminary and detailed engineering design, construction procurement, contract administration, site inspection, and project closeout for water system upgrades - Address hydraulic deficiencies, pressure issues, and operational challenges in Happy Valley and Lower Base zones - Replace aging water mains with larger diameter HDPE and ductile iron pipes (including 400mm, 250mm, 200mm, and 100mm sizes) - Install a new booster station (25 L/s pump, 35m head) and a dedicated fire pump (100 L/s, 75m head) - Add isolation valves, modify manhole MH96 with pressure breaking and check valves, and ensure freeze protection - Conduct environmental site assessments, geotechnical investigations, and topographic surveys - Products/Services Requested: - Watermain replacements (HDPE and ductile iron pipes) - Booster station and fire pump installation - Isolation valves and manhole modifications - Consulting services for engineering, design, construction oversight, and water loss investigation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with municipal guidelines, pressure and fire flow standards - Integration with existing water infrastructure - Technical expertise in northern water system design and construction - Recommendations informed by recent hydraulic assessments and water loss investigations - Project milestones include proof of concept, preliminary design, detailed design, tender documents, construction administration, and warranty period - No specific OEMs or product brands are named, but the procurement references HDPE and ductile iron piping, booster stations, fire pumps, and isolation valves.

Description

This project involves upgrades to the Happy Valley area as part of the Long-Term Water Project (LTWP) in Iqaluit, Nunavut. The City of Iqaluit is seeking to retain a Consultant to provide Preliminary Design, Detailed Design, and Construction Services for the project. The scope includes technical and professional services to address water distribution system improvements, including addressing hydraulic deficiencies, booster station installation, and pipe upgrades to meet municipal guidelines and future demand. The solicitation was issued on August 20, 2026, with proposals due by September 24, 2026 at 3:00pm EST.

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