Manning Pump Station Replacement

Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) is requesting bids on the Manning Pump Station Replacement project under Invitation #13191, with bids due August 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PDT. This procurement is restricted to CADIR-registered DIR Public Works Contractors, and prequalification for the Project Bidders List is closed — only prequalified bidders on the designated list may submit bids.

The scope includes decommissioning and demolition of the existing Manning Water Treatment Plant and related facilities, construction of a new above-grade pump station within IRWD's existing easement, installation of District-procured equipment, site access improvements, grading, drainage, new electrical power distribution, instrumentation and controls, and completion of all testing, startup, and commissioning. The awardee must furnish all remaining items and equipment necessary for successful completion per Contract Drawings and comply with the IRWD Construction Manual, including standard drawings and technical specifications available on the IRWD website.

The estimated contract value is $2.62 million on a lump-sum basis. The contract duration is 240 calendar days from the Notice of Award, anticipated for July 9, 2026. Bid, payment, and performance bonds are required at 10%, 100%, and 100% respectively. Liquidated damages are assessed at $1,200 per calendar day.

The mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at IRWD Sand Canyon Headquarters (15600 Sand Canyon Avenue, Irvine, CA 92618), with required site visits immediately following at two additional locations. The online question and answer deadline is August 4, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PDT. Bids must be submitted electronically through the PlanetBids vendor portal. Direct inquiries to James Burk at 949-453-5393 or burkj@irwd.com.