Foothill Feeder Pressure Control Structure Chemical Injection Stage 1

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is requesting sealed bids for the Foothill Feeder Pressure Control Structure Chemical Injection Stage 1 project in Castaic, California, with bids due October 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and mandatory pre-bid conference attendance on October 1, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Small Business Enterprise and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (SBE/DVBE) participation of at least 25 percent of the total bid value is required; bids failing to meet this threshold are rejected as non-responsive.

The scope consists of constructing four chemical containment structures, grading, paving, and appurtenant work in accordance with Specifications No. 2216. Prospective bidders must hold a California contractor license, classification "A," at time of bid submission and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations for public work pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5. Bidders must register at the Metropolitan bid system portal to download plans, specifications, and receive addenda notifications.

The estimated contract value ranges between $2.5 million and $3 million; this estimate serves as a guideline with no entitlement to claims based on inaccuracies. The mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at Castaic Lake Recreation Area – 24-Hour Fishing Pier Parking Lot, with a project tour immediately following. Attendees must wear construction attire and possess valid government-issued photo identification. Each bid must be accompanied by a certified or cashier's check or surety bond as guarantee of contract execution. The successful bidder shall furnish performance and labor and material payment bonds and comply with California Labor Code provisions regarding prevailing wage rates and public works requirements.