Pre_Bid_Video_Link.docx

This is a pre-bid video link recap document for the City of Santa Fe, New Mexico's solicitation for SCADA, chemical feed, and variable frequency drive (VFD) replacements at the Paseo Real Wastewater Reclamation Facility. The project encompasses removal of existing Modicon PLCs and replacement with new CompactLogix controllers, installation of new VFDs and touchscreen interfaces across six facility buildings, replacement of seven existing pump VFDs, installation of new double-walled fiberglass reinforced plastic chemical storage tanks with automated fill and level monitoring systems, and comprehensive SCADA signal wiring and termination. The scope includes 16 base bid line items plus allowances totaling approximately $1.165 million. Bids are due September 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM, with a mandatory pre-bid conference held on August 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM via Microsoft Teams and a non-mandatory site visit scheduled for August 31, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Work must commence within ten consecutive calendar days of Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages set at $250 per consecutive calendar day for failure to meet the contract completion date.

The estimated total project cost is $3.7 million, and bidders must submit a 5% bid security. Contractors and all subcontractors performing work exceeding $5,000 must be registered with the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions and possess valid Construction Industries Division licenses. This is a public works project subject to New Mexico prevailing wage requirements and the City of Santa Fe living wage ordinance ($14.03 per hour, effective March 1, 2023). The City may apply an 8% resident preference or 10% resident veteran preference if no federal funds are used. The contract term may range from one to ten years, with the City reserving the right to award for the whole term or renew annually. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.