San Luis Rey Water Reclamation Facility RAS Pipe Replacement Project

The City of Oceanside, located in San Diego County, California, is soliciting bids for the San Luis Rey Water Reclamation Facility RAS Pipe Replacement Project, a critical infrastructure upgrade involving the replacement of approximately 130 linear feet of existing steel piping ranging from 8 to 18 inches in diameter. The project requires a Class "A" General Contractor's License and encompasses comprehensive pipe replacement work, including steel wye reconnections, field welding and coating, scaffolding installation, crane operations, valve and appurtenance installations, and site restoration. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the facility located at 3950 N River Rd, Oceanside, with final bids due on May 1, 2025. Contractors must submit a bid bond of at least 10% of their total bid amount and comply with prevailing wage requirements, fair employment practices, and construction & demolition debris recycling regulations. The project has a targeted completion timeline of 50 working days, with liquidated damages of $2,500 assessed for each consecutive day beyond the specified contract time.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors will be responsible for obtaining necessary permits, managing utility interactions, and ensuring compliance with state and local regulations, including labor, safety, and environmental standards. The technical specifications emphasize minimal disruption to existing facility operations, with constraints such as limiting return activated sludge pump shutdowns to no more than two hours and ensuring that up to four of eight pumps can remain in service during construction. While the exact project budget is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant municipal infrastructure investment. Bidders must provide detailed documentation including sequencing plans, bypass pumping strategies, and safety protocols, indicating a complex procurement process that requires specialized expertise in municipal water reclamation facility infrastructure replacement.