City of Newport Cathodic Protection Repairs and Upgrades

The City of Newport is seeking a qualified contractor to perform cathodic protection repairs and upgrades at various water system facilities. The scope of work includes removal and replacement of existing cathodic protection rectifiers, anode ground beds, test leads, and associated components. The contractor will be responsible for coordinating all work with the City to minimize impacts to water system operations and public service. The project requires a mandatory site visit, and bids must be submitted by May 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to cancel the solicitation if it is in the best interest of the public. Some key points to consider: • The project involves cathodic protection repairs and upgrades at multiple facilities, including the Embarcadero / Yaquina Bay Crossing, Siletz Raw Water Transmission Main, and NE 71st Reservoir. • The contractor must have a minimum of five years of experience in cathodic protection installation and maintenance for municipal or industrial facilities. • All testing and installation work must be performed under the supervision of a NACE/AMPP Certified Cathodic Protection Technician (CP2) or higher. • The contractor must submit a bid bond or certified check in an amount not less than ten percent of the total bid price. • The city will retain five percent from all progress payments until final completion and acceptance of the work.