The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California PlanetBids #RFQ 3002

Construction Manager/General Contractor Sought for Advanced Direct Potable Reuse Demonstration Facility in Los Angeles

This opportunity involves the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California seeking a Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) for a Direct Potable Reuse (DPR) Demonstration Facility at the Napolitano Innovation Center in Los Angeles. - Government Buyer: - Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Napolitano Innovation Center) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Genetec Security Center (security management) - Axis Communications (security cameras) - Magos (ground radar) - Allen Bradley (PLCs) - Products/Services Requested: - Advanced water treatment equipment: - Membrane Filtration (MF) and Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems (multiple trains and modules) - Ozone generation and contactor systems (pre-RO and post-RO) - Biologically Activated Carbon (BAC) and Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) systems - Ultraviolet Disinfection and Advanced Oxidation Process (UV/AOP) systems - Lime stabilization and carbon dioxide dosing systems - Chlorine dioxide dosing and contactor systems - Conveyance pipeline and baffled tank systems - Modular field offices and upgrades to utilities (water, sewer, electrical, communication) - Security and control systems (Genetec, Axis, Magos, Allen Bradley) - Pipe loop and coupon testing equipment - Tasting station for public outreach - Services: - Preconstruction planning, project management, design development, procurement, construction, commissioning, and testing - Value engineering, constructability reviews, cost estimating, and schedule management - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Project Labor Agreement (PLA) - California Contractor License Class "A" required - Adherence to federal funding requirements for small, minority, women, veteran-owned, and labor surplus area businesses - Sole source requirements for specific security and control systems (Genetec, Axis, Magos, Allen Bradley) - Key personnel must have extensive experience in water treatment and alternative project delivery - Facility will support pilot and demonstration scale testing for advanced water treatment processes - Estimated project budget: $54–$69 million - Project includes phased implementation and upgrades to existing Indirect Potable Reuse (IPR) facilities

Description

This solicitation is for the selection of a Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) to provide preconstruction and construction services for the Direct Potable Reuse Demonstration Facility. The project involves collaborative cost and risk management, design and construction innovation, and ongoing engagement with the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. The CM/GC will be responsible for project coordination, management, and adherence to schedules and budgets, including preparation of monthly progress reports. The solicitation requires a California Contractor License Class "A" and submission of electronic bids by November 3, 2026.

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