biddoc.pdf

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

FOR

MISCELLANEOUS CIVIL/MECHANICAL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

THROUGH JOB ORDER CONTRACTING (JOC)

August 2026

Introduction

Metro Water Recovery (Metro) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from civil/mechanical contractors interested in providing Job Order Contracting (JOC) construction services. Work will be at Metro’s various facilities, including but not limited to, the Robert W. Hite Treatment Facility (RWHTF) located at 6450 York Street in Denver, Colorado, the Northern Treatment Plant (NTP) located at 51 Baseline Road in Brighton, Colorado, the METROGRO Farm located at 5234 S. County Road 245, Deer Trail, Colorado, and within Metro’s transmission system.

Purpose

The purpose of this solicitation is to select up to three qualified contractors (Applicant or Contractor) for miscellaneous civil/mechanical JOC services. This is not an Invitation to Bid for a specific project and does not guarantee issuance of any work.

About Metro Water Recovery

Metro Water Recovery was formed under Colorado law in 1961. Metro is the largest water and resource recovery agency in the Rocky Mountain West, serving more than 2 million people in an 817-square-mile area. In partnership with 65 local governments, comprised of municipalities and special districts, we clean millions of gallons of water every day to be suitable for agriculture, aquatic life, recreation, and water supply.

Facilities:

• Transmission System o 251 miles of interceptors o 3 lift stations

• Robert W. Hite Treatment Facility (RWHTF) - 6450 York Street Denver, CO o Treats an average of 130 million gallons per day (MGD) o Capacity to treat 220 MGD

• Northern Treatment Plant (NTP) - 51 Baseline Road, Brighton, CO o Treats an average of 12 MGD o Capacity to treat 28.8 MGD

• METROGRO Farm - Elbert and Arapahoe Counties, CO o 52,000 dryland farm and pasture acres o Approximately 33,500 dry tons of Class B biosolids are beneficially reused per year

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Schedule of Events

The following Schedule of Events represents the best estimate of the schedule Metro will follow, which is subject to change at Metro’s discretion. Metro reserves the right to add or delete events as necessary.

Event Date/Time*

Solicitation Posted on Bid Net August 25, 2026

Requests for Information/Clarification Deadline September 4, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m.

Response to Requests for Information/Clarification September 9, 2026

SOQ Due Date September 17, 2026 @ 2:00 p.m.

Selection Committee Ranking October 19-21, 2026

Notify Contractors October 22, 2026

Board Action on Agreement November 17, 2026

Execute Agreement November 19, 2026

* All listed times are mountain time zone.

Metro Representatives

Tyler Hopkins, Metro’s QC Manager, will administer the JOC contract. Work Authorizations may be administered by other Metro staff.

Tyler Hopkins 6450 York Street Denver, CO 80229 303.286.3338 thopkins@metrowaterrecovery.com

Conditions

Selected Contractors will enter into Metro’s standard JOC contract (attached for reference). The contract will be for a term of five years. Metro will only consider exceptions to the standard language in Article 6 -Payment and Paragraph 7.02 under Article 7- Bonds and Insurance. Any exceptions to these articles must be specifically stated as an attachment to the SOQ Application Form. Metro may accept or reject such exceptions at its sole discretion. By submitting an SOQ Application Form, the Contractor agrees to the standard contract language, outside of any specifically stated exceptions to Articles 6 and Paragraph 7.02.

Contractors not capable of meeting the insurance requirements should refrain from submitting a Statement of Qualification Application form. The selected Contractor will be required to comply with Metro’s policies including, but not limited to safety, security, substance abuse, non-smoking, and equal opportunity.

All work under this JOC will be for projects that are estimated to cost $5 million or less. For projects in excess of $5 million, Metro will use contracting mechanisms outside of this JOC and provide separate solicitations through BidNet. When work is identified, a Work Authorization will be prepared by Metro which will define the scope and requirements of the work. Each Selected Contractor will have an opportunity to discuss the work with Metro and will be asked to submit a price proposal to complete the work. Work will be issued to the Contractor providing the best value to Metro. Mobilization terms will be defined in the Work Authorization, which in the case of an emergency may require immediate mobilization.

Below is a selection of projects anticipated that may be issued under this JOC contract:

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• NTP Redundant Data Center ($1-$2M)

• NTP Secondary Aeration Improvements ($2-$5M)

• NTP Safety Improvements ($1-$2M)

• RWHTF Safety Eyewash Modifications ($1-$2M)

• RWHTF South Secondary MLR Channel Inspection/Rehab ($2-$5M)

• RWHTF Digester Piloting ($2-$3M)

• South Thornton Corrosion Mitigation Facility ($2-2.5M)

• Delgany Corrosion Mitigation Facility ($2.5-$3M)

• Multiple Heat Recovery Projects (totaling $1-$6M)

• Miscellaneous transmissions system improvements (manholes, diversion structures, metering stations) (typically under $500K)

• Other unidentified or emergency needs (typically under $500K)

There are no bonding requirements for Work Authorizations under $150,000 or less than four months in duration. Performance and payment bonds, each in an amount at least equal to 100% of the Work Authorization will be required for Work Authorizations $150,000 or greater.

Requests for Information and Clarification

Applicants may make written requests for information and clarification by contacting Metro’s QC Manager via email. Please include “SOQ – Civil/Mechanical JOC” in the subject line of all email communications.

No inquiries will be accepted after the date and time indicated in the Schedule of Events. Metro’s QC Manager will issue a final response through BidNet on or about the date indicated in the Schedule of Events.

Statement of Qualification Application Instructions

1. The Contractor must submit all information requested on the SOQ Application Form as omission of information may be grounds to reject the Contractor from further consideration. Metro reserves the right to waive minor irregularities and to make all final determinations on the completeness of the Application materials.

2. The SOQ Application and all supplemental information shall be typed or printed.

3. If any applicant knowingly makes a misrepresentation in submitting information, such misrepresentation may be sufficient grounds for denying qualification. Any such misrepresentation may also result in debarment of the Applicant by Metro on future work.

4. Metro reserves the right to conduct such investigations as it deems necessary to assist in the evaluation of the SOQ Application Form to establish the responsibility, qualifications, and financial ability of the Applicant.

Statement of Qualification Application Form Submittal

Submit an electronic SOQ Application Form through BidNet by the date indicated in the Schedule of Events.

Include a cover letter addressed to:

Andy Nelson, Director of Engineering Metro Water Recovery 6450 York Street Denver, CO 80229-7499

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The cover letter should be signed by an authorized representative who can commit to the obligations required in the Contract. Provide the name, address, phone number, and e-mail address for the primary contact.

Provide the Contractor’s current hourly equipment and labor rate schedule.

SOQ Application Evaluation

SOQ Applications will be evaluated by Metro staff members who will evaluate and rank the SOQ Applications.

Miscellaneous Provisions

Metro is not liable for any costs incurred to develop or submit the SOQ Application Form.

SOQ Applications must be submitted via BidNet.

SOQ Applications may be withdrawn, in writing, at any time prior to the due date.

All SOQ Applications must be valid for a minimum of 60-calendar days from the due date. All responses and accompanying documentation will become the property of Metro at the due date and time.

Any person, contractor, corporation, or association submitting an SOQ Application shall be deemed to have read and understood all the terms, conditions, and requirements in the solicitation and attached information.

No SOQ Application will be accepted from, nor a contract be awarded to any Contractor that is in arrears upon any obligations to Metro, or that otherwise may be deemed irresponsible or unreliable.

By submission, the Contractor certifies that the SOQ Application has been completed independently and submitted without collusion with any other Contractor, and that the contents have not been communicated to any person not an employee or agent of the Contractor.

News releases, including social media, pertaining to this solicitation and/or resultant award shall not be made without Metro’s written approval.

Metro reserves the right to cancel this solicitation in whole or in part, at any time, without penalty. This solicitation implies no obligation on the part of Metro and does not constitute an offer or a contract with any Applicant or other party.

Attachments

• 01 SOQ Application Form JOC August 2026

• 02 Job Order Contracting (JOC) Agreement (including Exhibit and Work Authorization Form) (for reference only)

• 03 Contractor, Vendor, Visitor Safety Awareness Manual - Construction Activities (NTP)

• 04 Contractor, Vendor, Visitor Safety Awareness Manual - Construction Activities (RWHTF)

• 05 Contractor, Vendor, Visitor Safety Awareness Manual - Construction Activities (METROGRO)

• 06 Security and Access Control Procedures