2026 Reservoir Improvement Program

Background

The City of Austin is initiating the 2026 Reservoir Improvement Program aimed at maximizing the useful life of its water storage facilities, including raw water, potable water, reclaimed water, and wastewater storage. The program involves multiple projects focused on evaluating and rehabilitating protective coatings and structural integrity of these facilities. Additionally, improvements to safety, security systems, civil, electrical, and instrumentation controls will be incorporated as identified in evaluations.

Work Details

The contract will encompass engineering services for the evaluation and rehabilitation of protective coatings and structural integrity on both the interior and exterior of the City of Austin's potable water, reclaimed water, and wastewater storage facilities. Specific tasks include: - Conducting assessments to determine the current condition of storage facilities. - Developing plans for rehabilitation that may involve coating applications or structural repairs. - Implementing safety and security enhancements based on evaluation findings. - Upgrading civil, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems at these sites.

Period of Performance

The contract execution is anticipated for October 2026 with project completion expected within a timeline defined by the specific project scopes outlined in the evaluations.

Place of Performance

The work will be performed at various locations across the City of Austin where potable water, reclaimed water, and wastewater storage facilities are situated.

Bidder Requirements

All prime firms and subconsultants must be registered to do business with the City of Austin prior to contract award. Compliance with the City's Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program is required. The selected consultant must also carry specific types of insurance including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability Insurance, Business Automobile Liability Insurance, and Professional Liability Insurance with specified minimum limits.