Notice of Intent to Solicit Water Treatment Plant Replacement

The City of Gunnison, Colorado is seeking a progressive design-build team to replace its existing water treatment plant, transitioning from groundwater supply to treated surface water. The procurement will utilize a two-phase progressive design-build method, with an estimated project cost of $35 million. Phase one will involve reviewing existing information, initial design, and preconstruction activities, while phase two will focus on final design, construction, and facility commissioning. The project will be located at the VanTyl Ranch and has already developed a 30% design set for potential incorporation by the selected team. An Industry Pre-Procurement Briefing is scheduled for Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 1:00-2:00 PM Mountain Standard Time, which is open to all interested industry experts with no RSVP required. Optional site visits will be available from May 19-22, 2025, allocated on a first-come, first-served basis following the initial briefing. The procurement timeline indicates a proposal due date of May 15, 2025, with the project potentially subject to federal and state funding terms.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The project appears open to design and construction firms with expertise in water treatment plant development and progressive design-build methodologies. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the city emphasizes that plans may change and no future procurement is guaranteed. The $35 million budget suggests a significant infrastructure investment requiring comprehensive engineering, design, and construction capabilities. The project's funding may involve federal and state sources, which could introduce additional compliance requirements for potential bidders. The two-phase approach indicates a preference for an integrated team that can collaboratively develop and implement the new water treatment facility, with the ability to effectively work with city stakeholders throughout the design and construction process.