RFP Picacho Pumping Plant Unit 3 Rotor Pole Rewind

The Central Arizona Water Conservation District (CAWCD) is soliciting competitive sealed proposals for Picacho Pumping Plant Unit 3 Rotor Pole Rewind, with proposals due October 8, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Phoenix time.

The scope is the rewind of two rotor poles as a single lump-sum line item. Proposals will be evaluated using a two-step technical and pricing process: technical criteria are weighted at 85 percent (technical compliance 20 percent, respondent experience 20 percent, quality assurance 15 percent, timeline and project management 20 percent, and proposal quality 10 percent), and pricing at 15 percent. Field work is to be determined, with final deliverables required by December 31, 2026, and evaluation estimated to be completed by October 19, 2026, with contract award anticipated October 20, 2026.

Contractors must provide evidence of financial stability, Arizona Corporation Commission certificates of good standing, and corporate resolutions authorizing bid submission. Compliance with CAWCD's Voluntary Protection Program, including OSHA compliance and safety orientation, is mandatory. Comprehensive insurance is required: commercial general liability of $2 million per occurrence, automobile liability of $1 million combined single limit, and workers' compensation at statutory levels. All work must comply with federal and state immigration laws, Arizona wage and employment regulations, and CAWCD safety standards. Contractors must demonstrate familiarity with recognized industry quality standards and provide job safety analysis documentation prior to work commencement.

All proposals must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov Procurement portal. Questions are due September 24, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Phoenix time. No site visit or bidders conference is specified.