Opportunity
City of Newport Beach PlanetBids #8893-2
Pump Station and Electrical System Upgrades for City of Newport Beach
Posted
August 26, 2026
Respond By
September 23, 2026
Identifier
8893-2
NAICS
237110, 238210, 238290, 541330
The City of Newport Beach Public Works Department is seeking bids for major upgrades to its potable water pump stations and electrical systems. - Government Buyer: - City of Newport Beach Public Works Department - Scope of Work: - Upgrades to Zone 3 and 4 Pump Stations (mechanical and electrical) - Electrical improvements at Hillsborough Pump Station - All labor, supervision, materials, and equipment required - Key Products and Systems: - 450 kW generator and associated site prep - Automatic transfer switches (ATS) - Switchboards - Variable frequency drives (VFDs): - Zone 3: 2 x 150-hp, 2 x 300-hp - Zone 4: 2 x 75-hp, 1 x 150-hp - Disconnect switches: 200A, 400A, 600A - Slanting disc check valve for Zone 4, Pump 3 - Air conditioning and door replacements for electrical rooms - Structural modifications for both pump stations - Demolition of existing electrical and engine-driven equipment - Remote telemetry unit hardware and wiring modifications - PLC and SCADA system integration (pre-negotiated services) - As-built plans and documentation - Services Requested: - Control system integration (PLC/SCADA) for all stations - Project management, design, programming, testing, commissioning, and closeout - Notable Requirements: - All materials/equipment in contact with potable water must comply with California standards and NSF-61 - Contractor must hold both "A" (General Engineering) and "C-10" (Electrical) licenses - Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) registration and monitoring - Electronic bid submission via PlanetBids; original sealed bidder's bond required - Estimated Contract Value: - $4,015,000 for construction and upgrades - $232,520 for control system integration services (fixed fee) - OEMs: - No specific OEMs named; major electrical and control system components required - Vendors: - Enterprise Automation (control system integration) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with potable water standards - Integration of new generators, VFDs, and telemetry with PLC/SCADA systems - Coordination of construction and commissioning during low water demand periods
Description
This solicitation is for the upgrade of Zone 3 and 4 Pump Stations and the electrical upgrades at Hillsborough Pump Station. The work includes all necessary labor, supervision, materials, and equipment to complete the upgrades as per the provided drawings and specifications. The project involves potable water construction activities that must comply with California potable water standards, NSF-61, and City of Newport Beach requirements. Contractors must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and comply with DIR monitoring. The contract requires both "A" and "C-10" licenses.