Tank Rehabilitation Phase 2 - Kerlick Elevated Storage Tank

New Braunfels Utilities is requesting bids for Phase 2 rehabilitation of the Kerlick Elevated Storage Tank, a 0.75 million gallon steel multi-leg elevated storage tank, with bids due July 22, 2026. The project was designed by Freese and Nichols, Inc.

The scope encompasses full interior and exterior coating system rehabilitation including structural repairs and appurtenance replacement; civil site improvements including overflow routing, altitude valve replacement, gates, and fencing; electrical and instrumentation upgrades with heat tracing replacement; storm water pollution prevention planning; site restoration; and demolition of an approximately 300-foot tall antenna tower on the site. Work must maintain existing facility operations during construction, with the Owner retaining the right to occupy or use any portion ready for service after notifying the Contractor.

The contract structure is lump sum with six primary base items: Mobilization; Elevated Storage Tank Rehabilitation; Interior Coating Improvements; Exterior Coating Improvements; Electrical and Instrumentation Improvements; and Site Civil Improvements. Additional extra work items are priced by unit (per hour, linear foot, or square inch) for activities such as grinding, miscellaneous and seam welding, pit welding, patch plates, altitude valve installation, and tower demolition.

The Contractor must obtain all building permits, environmental permits, and necessary licenses at the Contract Price. A pre-construction conference is required within 15 days of Notice to Proceed, followed by monthly progress meetings and weekly coordination with the Construction Manager. All submittals—shop drawings, product data, and schedules—must be delivered electronically in PDF format via the FNiManager Project Management Information System. Record Documents must be maintained on-site in printed and electronic formats and submitted to the Construction Manager 30 days prior to Final Completion. Monthly progress payments are made within 30 days of the Construction Manager's recommendation, with retainage withheld per contract terms. Work is subject to OSHA safety requirements, environmental compliance, and current MUTCD standards for road work.