Aztec Water Treatment Facility Clearwell Expansion

The City of Aztec in San Juan County, New Mexico, is soliciting competitive sealed bids for the Water Treatment Facility Clearwell Expansion project through Invitation to Bid (ITB 2026-879). The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to complete a comprehensive water infrastructure expansion involving demolition of existing retaining walls, earthwork, site grading, and construction of a new 11,300 cubic foot concrete clearwell integrated with the existing facility. Key project deliverables include excavation of a 10-foot deep clearwell, constructing new concrete retaining walls, rerouting water flow, and completing associated concrete sitework. Bidder qualifications include a minimum of 5 years of experience in construction/renovation of facilities for projects exceeding $100,000 and a valid New Mexico Contractor's license. The non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with electronic and physical bid submissions due by November 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM MST. Bids will be evaluated based on responsiveness, with the lowest bidder likely to be selected, and the City reserving the right to accept or reject any bid in the project's best interest.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond or cashier's check and provide proof of insurance, including $1,000,000 in general and auto liability coverage. The project timeline anticipates substantial completion within 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with a tentative contract award date of November 20, 2025. Liquidated damages are established at $500 per calendar day for completion delays. The total estimated project cost is $1,200,000, classified under Heavy Engineering construction. Contractors will be required to provide performance and payment bonds equal to the contract price, maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, and comply with prevailing wage rates determined by the New Mexico State Office of Labor Commissioner. Subcontractors with work exceeding $5,000 must also be disclosed and meet similar qualifications.