Hess Reservoir Site Valve Replacement Package 3

The City of Wichita, located in Sedgwick County, Kansas, is seeking construction services for the Hess Reservoir Site Valve Replacement Package 3 (Project W0015) through a Request for Bid (RFB #250254). The procurement involves comprehensive valve replacement work at the water treatment facility, specifically targeting six valves (9232, 9234, 9239, 9241, 9242, 9243) and a bypass line installation. The project requires a contractor with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, with municipal government experience preferred. Sealed bids must be submitted electronically through the City's Procurement Portal before 10:00 AM on Friday, September 5, 2025, with a public bid opening at City Hall. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 1:30 PM in the Engineering Conference Room at the Central Maintenance Facility. The work will span two low-water demand seasons from November 2025 through January 2027, with the work order issued 20 days after contract award. The contractor must coordinate closely with Wildcat Construction's concurrent Hess Reservoir Improvement project and adhere to plant security practices.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The City has pre-purchased the valves for the project, which reduces material procurement complexity for bidders. Payment will be structured as lump sum amounts based on bid quantities and unit prices, with bids remaining valid for 60 days following opening. A 5% bid bond is required prior to bid opening, and the successful contractor must provide comprehensive insurance coverage including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation. Liquidated damages are significant, with $5,000 per day for the bypass line if not completed by October 15, 2026, and standard liquidated damages for the six valves as specified in the City's Standard Specifications. While no specific budget range is detailed, the comprehensive nature of the valve replacement and associated infrastructure work suggests a substantial project investment. The electronic submission requirement and specific technical specifications indicate this is a complex infrastructure project requiring specialized municipal water treatment facility construction expertise.