Opportunity

City of Cincinnati Demandstar #RFQ-275X901192-0-2026/JT

Design-Builder Sought for Little Miami WWTP High-Rate Treatment Facility (Progressive Design-Build)

Posted

September 17, 2026

Respond By

October 27, 2026

Identifier

RFQ-275X901192-0-2026/JT

NAICS

237110, 237990

The City of Cincinnati - Purchasing Division is seeking a Design-Builder for the Little Miami Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) High-Rate Treatment Facility project. - Government Buyer: - City of Cincinnati - Purchasing Division - Project Scope: - Delivery of a new high-rate treatment (HRT) facility - Construction of new disinfection facilities - Upgrades to existing pump stations - Procurement Process: - Two-phase progressive design-build approach - Phase 1: Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to shortlist firms - Phase 2: Request for Proposals (RFP) for shortlisted firms - Design-Builder Responsibilities: - Analysis and design preparation for HRT facility, disinfection facilities, and pump station upgrades - Bidding services to establish a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) - Construction management, with potential for self-performance of work - Unique Requirements: - Progressive design-build delivery method - Comprehensive management of both design and construction phases - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned in the solicitation - Notable Details: - Emphasis on integrated design and construction management - Opportunity for firms to self-perform portions of the construction

Description

This procurement is to select a Design-Builder to complete the Little Miami WWTP High-Rate Treatment Facility, including a new proposed HRT facility, disinfection facilities, and pump station upgrades. The process involves two phases: an RFQ (Request for Qualifications) followed by an RFP (Request for Proposals) for shortlisted firms. The Design-Builder will provide analysis to prepare a design, perform bidding services to prepare a GMP, manage construction, and potentially self-perform individual work.

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