PUEBLO WATER - ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR PLASTIC METER LIDS 2024
Pueblo Water, located in Pueblo County, Colorado, is seeking an annual contract for five distinct types of plastic or composite meter lids through Invitation to Bid (ITB-24-028). The procurement specifically requires 300 Composite or Plastic Outer Meter Pit Lids for Cast Iron Meter Pit Covers, 300 Composite or Plastic Outer Meter Pit Lids for Aluminum Meter Pit Covers, 100 Composite or Plastic Recessed Outer Meter Pit Lids for Cast Iron Meter Pit Covers, 50 Composite or Plastic 21-Inch Outer Meter Pit Lids for Cast Iron Meter Pit Covers, and 10 Composite or Plastic Meter Vault Lids. Key requirements include pentagon head locking screws, AASHTO H-20-wheel loading specifications, and compatibility with specific meter pit covers from manufacturers like Castings, Inc., Ford Meter Box Co., and Olympic Foundry. Proposals are due by 3:00 p.m. MST on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, with a contract period from April 17, 2024, through April 16, 2025. Bidders must submit detailed specifications including unit pricing, manufacturer details, model information, minimum order quantities, traffic rating confirmation, delivery times, and payment terms.
The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Approved manufacturers for the meter lids include Nicor Inc. and Rehrig Pacific Company, suggesting potential limitations on vendor qualifications. The procurement allows for separate contract awards for each item type based on the lowest acceptable bid, with Pueblo Water reserving the right to increase or decrease quantities as needed. Vendors must provide product literature, Material Safety Data Sheets, and comply with specific loading and shipping instructions. While the exact budget range is not specified, the procurement involves multiple types of meter lids with varying quantities, indicating a potentially significant contract value. The technical drawings provided suggest these are specialized infrastructure components with precise engineering requirements, requiring vendors to have specific manufacturing capabilities and expertise in water meter system infrastructure.
Colorado 4/2/24, 7:00 PM 3/18/24, 2:00 AM Hefley Gym Floor Replacement
Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) is seeking a Design/Build Entity to complete the Hefley Gym Floor Replacement project located in Rangely, Colorado through a two-step procurement process. The project involves designing, specifying, procuring, and installing approximately 6,500 square feet of new gym flooring with specific requirements including lines and markings for basketball and volleyball per NJCAA guidelines, self-leveling to meet surrounding elevations, and providing necessary labor, materials, and equipment. Respondents must meet minimum qualifications, including having completed at least two Design/Build projects over $250,000 in the past three years and demonstrating bonding capability up to $500,000. The selection process will weight qualifications at 40% and cost proposals at 60%, with key dates including a mandatory pre-submittal conference on April 16, 2024, prequalification submittals due on April 22, 2024, and oral interviews and cost proposals scheduled for May 8, 2024. The anticipated construction timeline is June 10-July 30, 2024, with the project being executed as a lump sum design/build agreement.
The procurement offers opportunities for various business classifications, including potential preference for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses. The project is subject to the Buy Clean Colorado Act, requiring Environmental Product Declarations for eligible materials, and mandates 80% Colorado labor requirements. Vendors must complete a Response Sheet demonstrating compliance with state systems, including registration with the Colorado Secretary of State and VSS system. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract includes provisions for business classifications such as small businesses, minority-owned businesses, woman-owned businesses, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Though a precise budget is not explicitly stated, the project requires bonding capability up to $500,000, suggesting a project value in that range. The procurement allows for potential scope and cost negotiations, with the State reserving the right to adjust contract terms.
Colorado 4/24/24, 5:00 PM 3/25/24, 2:00 AM Hefley Gym Floor Demo and Abatement
Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) is seeking professional services for a specialized gymnasium floor demolition and asbestos abatement project located at its Rangely campus. The procurement is classified as professional services under Colorado Revised Statutes 24-30-1402 and specifically targets industrial hygienists to remove the existing gym floor in the Hefley Arena. The project requires comprehensive deconstruction services, including abating vermiculite material using specialized containment techniques, negative air movement through HEPA filtration, and complete removal of wood flooring and nailing strips from the concrete slab. Deliverables include full decontamination of the concrete surface, proper waste disposal adhering to State of Colorado regulations, and preparation for future reconstruction. The solicitation involves a mandatory site meeting with two scheduled dates: April 16th and April 18th, 2024, with qualifications due by April 24th, 2024, at 10:00 AM. Evaluation criteria will focus on project team qualifications, firm capabilities, prior experience with similar complex projects, project approach, and work location. The entire project must be completed by May 31st, 2024.
The contract opportunity does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though the Response Sheet provides options for vendors to self-identify as small, minority, woman-owned, or service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Potential bidders must be members of Colorado's VSS system or BidNet Direct and accept 45-day payment terms. While no specific budget range is mentioned, the solicitation includes a requirement for firms to provide detailed cost proposals for the deconstruction methods. The project references a Limited Asbestos Inspection Report by Grande River Environmental, which revealed vermiculite insulation containing less than 0.25% asbestos, indicating minimal regulatory complications. No incumbent vendors are explicitly identified, and the project appears to be a standalone renovation effort for the 1962-constructed CNCC facility. Liquidated damages of $500 per day are specified for delays beyond the substantial completion date, suggesting the college's emphasis on timely project completion.
Colorado 4/24/24, 2:00 PM 3/22/24, 2:00 AM PUEBLO WATER - 2024 WATTS TANK INFLUENT 20-INCH PIPE REPLACEMENT - PN #246002
The Board of Water Works of Pueblo, Colorado is seeking a contractor for the Watts Tank Influent Piping project (P.N. 246002), a critical infrastructure replacement initiative located in Pueblo County. The project involves demolishing approximately 400 linear feet of existing 20-inch cast iron pipe and installing 400 linear feet of 20-inch Internal Restraint C900 pipe within a 5.8 million-gallon below-ground tank. Pueblo Water will provide key materials including pipes, flanges, valves, bolts, nuts, and roll-offs for scrap iron, while the contractor is responsible for supplementary construction materials such as epoxy paint, concrete touch-up supplies, grouting, and additional equipment. A mandatory pre-bid inspection was held on February 29, 2024, to determine specific requirements for pipe cradle installation and demolition. Sealed bids are due on April 30, 2024, at 2:00 PM, with the contract expected to be awarded by April 18, 2024, and project completion scheduled between October 1 and December 13, 2024. Bidders must register on BidNet Direct and can participate in the bid opening via conference call.
The contract requires contractors to utilize at least 80% Colorado labor and mandates specific insurance requirements, including general liability, workers' compensation, and umbrella liability coverage with Pueblo Water named as an additional insured. A 10% bid guarantee is required, and liquidated damages are set at $400 per day of default. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the project appears open to qualified contractors capable of meeting the technical specifications and insurance requirements. The estimated project budget is not directly stated, but the complexity of the infrastructure replacement and the detailed technical specifications suggest a significant investment in municipal water infrastructure. Contractors will need to demonstrate expertise in large-scale pipe replacement, concrete work, and municipal water system modifications, with the ability to work within a precise timeline and meet stringent technical and safety standards.
Colorado 4/30/24, 6:00 PM 2/16/24, 2:00 AM Construction of HVAC and Kitchen Remodel at El Centro Recreation Center
The City of Pueblo, Colorado is seeking sealed bids for a comprehensive renovation project at the El Centro del Quinto Sol Recreation Center through Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. 24-035. The procurement involves three primary scopes of work: converting the basement into a cooking class and event space, upgrading the building's HVAC system with new roof-mounted RTUs, split systems, and electric baseboard heaters, and conducting mandatory asbestos abatement. Bidders must submit electronic proposals through the OpenGov portal by 2:00 pm Mountain Time on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 11:00 am at the recreation center located at 609 E. 6th Street, Pueblo, CO 81001. The project requires careful coordination of asbestos removal in areas identified in the asbestos report, ensuring all renovation-affected areas are free of hazardous materials before construction commences. All bid documents, including detailed plans and specifications, must be downloaded from the City Purchasing Department website at www.pueblo.us/purchasing, with critical instructions that downloaded plans be printed at "Actual Size" to maintain accuracy.
While no specific set-aside designations or enterprise restrictions were explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the City of Pueblo reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive informalities, or accept bids deemed in its best interest. No incumbent vendors or current contractors were identified in the provided materials. The procurement appears to be an open competitive bid process for construction services, with potential bidders expected to have expertise in HVAC systems, renovation, and asbestos abatement. Although a specific budget range was not disclosed, interested contractors should demonstrate capability in complex renovation projects involving municipal recreation facilities. The project's scope suggests a significant investment in modernizing and improving the El Centro del Quinto Sol Recreation Center, with a focus on creating a more functional and accessible community space through strategic infrastructure improvements.
Colorado 3/27/24, 6:00 PM 3/5/24, 2:00 AM