RIVERSIDE CANAL AT ELECTRIC AVENUE REHABILITATION PROJECT

The City of Riverside is seeking a qualified contractor to rehabilitate a segment of the Riverside Canal at Electric Avenue and replace a portion of the adjacent potable‑water line. The contract requires full‑service construction including shotcrete canal relining, installation of approximately 255 ft of 16‑inch ductile‑iron pipe, and bore‑and‑jack placement of a 30‑inch steel casing pipe, all performed within a strict 150‑day schedule. Bidders must hold a California “A” or “C‑34” contractor license, provide a 10 % bid bond, and submit all required certifications electronically via the City’s PlanetBids portal. The project carries liquidated‑damage penalties for schedule overruns and non‑compliance with storm‑water permits. • Scope: Shotcrete relining (~1,124 ft), 16‑inch ductile‑iron waterline (~255 ft), 30‑inch steel casing (~30 ft) with associated appurtenances. • Schedule: Pre‑bid meeting 17 Sep 2026 (non‑mandatory); bid deadline 6 Oct 2026; 150‑day performance period after Notice to Proceed; tentative award Dec 2026. • Requirements: A‑class or C‑34 CSLB license, 10 % bid bond, 100 % performance and payment bonds, comprehensive insurance, DIR registration, and compliance with historic‑preservation and storm‑water permits.