Annual Sewer System Improvements and Capacity Upgrades - FY26 (76918)

The City of Pasadena is seeking bids for the Annual Sewer System Improvements and Capacity Upgrades project for Fiscal Year 2026 (Project ID: 2025-IFB-CIV-0079), which involves comprehensive sewer system maintenance and rehabilitation across the city, with a specific focus on the hillside area of District 6. The project encompasses cleaning, CCTV inspection, and relining of existing sanitary sewer pipes ranging from 2 to 20 inches in diameter, along with point repairs, installation of sectionals, post-lining video inspections, and lateral connection work. Key deliverables include reopening lateral connections, installing service lateral connection seals known as "Top Hats", trimming protruding laterals, reconstructing manhole channels, and adjusting manhole frame and cover grades. Bidders must hold an active California Class A Contractor's License and comply with prevailing wage requirements and Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) regulations. The bid includes 22 line items with unit pricing and an additional $100,000 allowance. Bids are due electronically by 2:00 pm on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled for May 23, 2025 at 2:00 pm. The project has a 175 working day completion timeline, with contractors required to commence work within 15 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed.

Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including bid bonds, equal employment opportunity forms, non-collusion declarations, and proof of relevant experience through a Relevant Experience Form documenting five previous similar projects. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the city has optional vendor forms (AA-1, AA-2, AA-3) that collect information about workforce demographics and employment practices, suggesting a commitment to diverse and local hiring. The procurement allows for subcontractors, with a required Subcontractor Listing form that details each subcontractor's information, work scope, and dollar amount. The project will be funded through the City of Pasadena's public works budget, with electronic bid submission mandatory through the City's eProcurement Portal. Contractors must provide surety bonds, maintain appropriate insurance, and comply with the Pasadena Living Wage Ordinance. While a specific award value is not stated, the contract includes a base compensation amount that cannot be exceeded without City Council authorization, with provisions for potential change orders and extensions subject to City Manager approval.