Colorado River Aqueduct Canal Liner Rehabilitation, Mile Marker 25.76 to 61.41

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is seeking qualified contractors to rehabilitate and replace sections of the Colorado River Aqueduct canal liner between mile markers 24.77 and 60.45. The work includes extensive earthwork, concrete placement, hazardous‑material (PCB‑containing coal‑tar) abatement, and full site restoration. Bidders must hold a California Class A contractor license, possess HAZ certification for PCB abatement, meet a minimum 10 % small‑ or disabled‑veteran business participation, and sign the mandatory Project Labor Agreement. A pre‑bid conference and site tour on August 5 2026 is required for bid eligibility, and bids are due electronically by August 25 2026 14:00. The contract is estimated at $11 M–$13 M, with a 120‑day construction schedule and required performance and payment bonds equal to 100 % of the bid. • Scope: Canal liner replacement, subgrade excavation/compaction, PCB‑coal‑tar removal, concrete work, joint sealing, and site restoration. • Mandatory requirements: Class A license, HAZ certification, 10 % SBE/DVBE participation, attendance at pre‑bid conference, execution of PLA, 10 % bid bond, 100 % performance/payment bonds. • Timeline: Issue date 7/21/2026 → Pre‑bid conference 8/5/2026 → Questions due 8/11/2026 → Bid deadline 8/25/2026 → Construction duration ≈ 120 working days.