Boiler System Replacement at J Ave Water Plant

The City of Cedar Rapids Utilities Department is soliciting qualified contractors to remove the existing Weil‑McLain boiler system at the J Avenue Water Treatment Plant and install a new, equivalent boiler package—including steam lines, expansion tanks, filters, pumps, radiant heaters, and all required accessories. Work must be performed while the plant remains operational, adhering to Iowa Statewide Urban Design and Specifications (SUDAS), OSHA, EPA, and local safety requirements. Bids are to be submitted electronically via the city’s E‑Procurement portal; a mandatory pre‑bid meeting on September 17, 2026 at the plant site is required for all bidders. The contract includes mobilization/demobilization, permits (construction permit fees waived), waste disposal, and mandatory OSHA‑10 and water‑utility safety training for all personnel. • Removal of existing Weil‑McLain boiler and associated piping. • Supply and installation of a new boiler system of equal capacity, with all necessary steam/return lines, expansion tanks, filters, separators, zone pumps, radiant fin heaters, electric forced‑air heaters, and related components. • Compliance with SUDAS, OSHA 10‑hour training, and a city‑specific water‑utility safety orientation ($30 per person). • Work performed on an operating plant; contractor must implement safety barriers, signage, and protect existing infrastructure. • All permits, licenses, and waste disposal included in bid; construction permit fees waived, other fees (fire, parking) must be covered by contractor. • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting (Sept 17) and electronic bid submission deadline (Sept 25, 2026, 3 PM CDT).