Charlotte Water is requesting proposals from qualified companies interested in providing Professional Engineering Services for the Franklin WTP Electrical Upgrades Project. The delivery method for the Project will be Design-Bid-Build. The initial design contract is anticipated to include detailed design, permitting, and bid phase services. The design contract will be amended later to include construction administration services. Note that CLTWater will provide the selected firm a copy of the “Franklin WTP Electrical Upgrades Preliminary Engineering Report (PER)” (being written by Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc.), which will be the basis of detailed design. The PER is currently in development and will be provided before the Notice to Proceed for detailed design.

The following is a general description of the work required in the Franklin WTP Electrical Upgrades project. This is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor is it guaranteed that all of the below tasks will be completed. A more defined Scope of Work will be developed during negotiations with the selected firm and completion of the “Franklin WTP Electrical Upgrades PER”.

• Detailed Design – The Engineer will provide the resources and expertise to complete the design of improvements to the existing electrical feed and standby power systems at the Franklin WTP. These upgrades will focus on providing a redundant and reliable electrical feed that meets regulatory requirements and operating goals of the plant. The Engineer will prepare detailed plans and specifications per CLTWater requirements for bidding and construction of the Project. The Engineer will support CLTWater during the bid phase/process.
  • Design of a centralized, masonry generator building with four generator bays and new switchgear.  Three generators will be procured/installed in this project.  Engineering disciplines involved include architectural, structural, building mechanical (HVAC and plumbing), process mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and controls (I&C), and civil. Surveying services and geotechnical investigation will be required.
  • Modernization of medium and low voltage switchgear, specifically at High Service Pumping Station #2 and Main Building.
  • Coordination with Duke Energy on any required modifications to the existing substation.
  • Rehabilitation of existing transfer switches and transformers at High Service Pumping Station #1, Raw Water Pumping Station #1, and Raw Water Pumping Station #2.
  • Implementation of upgraded instrumentation and controls.
  • Modifications to existing overhead power loop, focusing on redundancy and resiliency.
  • Conversion to main-tie-main configuration, where applicable.
  • As noted, CLTWater is completing a PER, which will be made available to the selected firm. The document will not be available to Proposers as a reference document since it is not complete.
• Permitting – The Engineer will provide the expertise and resources to determine the required permitting and work with CLTWater and the regulatory agencies to successfully obtain all required permits.  Potential permits required include:
  • ACOE Section 404 Permit,
  • NCDEQ 401 Water Quality Certification,
  • NCDEQ Authorization to Construct,
  • Charlotte Mecklenburg Building permits, and
  • Erosion control permits.
• Cost Estimating – Budget is critical on this project, and the Engineer will be expected to have a high degree of accuracy of cost estimating at all phases of design such that development of the final estimate reflects current market pricing as much as practical.
• Construction Administration – The Engineer will provide Construction Administration services during the project construction phase with both office engineering services and Resident Project Representative services in the field.
• Start-Up and Commissioning – The Engineer will provide the resources and expertise to start up the new facilities and ensure they are operating as planned and reliably.  Commissioning includes providing excellent documentation of the structures and equipment via O&M manuals and record drawings and satisfactory closeout of all permits.

Note: The above scope represents the Owner’s requirements at this time.  CLTWATER reserves the right to change this scope (either reductions or additions.

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is seeking qualified contractors to ensure the maintenance and repair of the Rail Operations infrastructure, specifically the Track and Overhead Catenary System (OCS). CATS is considering qualifications for On-Call Special Trackwork Services, OCS repair services, and Emergency On-Call Services for the Blue Line and Gold Line transit systems.

PSR # 1817

The current Blue Line (BL) Traction Power Substation’s Pad Mounted Disconnect DC Switchgear, (eight (8)), was put into service 16 years ago on November 4, 2007. The Maintenance of Way (MOW) department has exhausted its in-house spare parts for this system, which has become obsolete. The pad-mounted disconnect DC switchgear for the BL is required for a mid-life refresh. MOW is upgrading and refreshing the Pad Mounted Disconnect DC Switchgear equipment for the BL.

Scope:

Vendor will provide nine (9) 2kA pad-mounted DC disconnect switch line-ups at the locations specified in the drawings. All disconnect switch line-ups shall be pre-assembled and include the following components:

Exterior operating handle (for manual operation, pad-lockable in both the open and closed positions)
2kA rated bolted pressure switch
Glastic standoff insulators
Mechanical lugs
500 MCM mechanical lugs
Switch control circuit boards
Copper bus to switches
Limit switch for remote indication
Solenoid interlock
“MAC” switch nameplate with switch serial number and rating
AC Relays

The Pad Mounted Disconnect DC Switchgear is designed for installation on a concrete pad outdoors. It allows for the isolation of a power circuit by physically disconnecting the conductors, functioning as a large, weatherproof switch that can be operated safely without exposing live parts to the environment.

PSR # 1816

This RFQ is for the selection of a consultant to perform Bi-Annual Bridge and Structure Inspections which includes two phases. Phase A is the inspections and Phase B is the design and design services during construction. The selected consultant shall perform inspections every two years on the following: light rail bridges, elevated stations, walls and culverts, parking decks, retaining walls, ballast curbs, underpasses (i.e. N. Tryon).

PSR # 1796

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Facilities Division anticipates soliciting for specialty cleaning services to include detailing, cleaning, polishing, disinfecting, and sanitizing all CATS Facilities.  This includes restroom pressure washing using specialized tools and a proprietary process.

PSR # 1827

Two 40′ Climate Controlled Container w 8′ RUD

A one trip 40-foot long shipping container with an extra foot of height; the base of your structure 8′ wide x 40′ long x 9′-6″ tall nominal dimensions Tare weight: approx. 10,000 lbs but varies significantly Corten steel construction 1-1/8″ thick wood cargo flooring.

Under 4 years old.

Expect few dents and possible forklift tire tracks on floor; depending on specific model, 40′ containers might not have fork pockets.

40-foot high cube (9′-6″ tall) climate controlled container with styrofoam panel insulation, a standard PTAC unit, overhead lights, and one power receptacle.

Configured for a 9’6″ HC container; 1-inch Styrofoam on interior walls, two layers of 1-inch Styrofoam on the ceiling; styrofoam color and markings subject to availability.

Operable Cargo Doors, original marine-grade plywood or bamboo floors, three standard 4-foot LED light fixtures, one duplex GFI outlet, and one 15K PTAC unit. Customer electrician to ground the unit and connect power service to an exterior panel with a 60A disconnect breaker feeding a 125A capacity panel inside.

An 8-foot wide roll-up door placed on the side wall of the container for easy storage access 8′ W x 6’8″ H self-storage grade coiling steel roll-up door with push-up opening style and stainless steel slide latch.

Includes rain pan to prevent water intrusion.

Resulting clearance is 96″ wide by 75″ tall.

Exterior paint in a Base Palette color for a 40-foot long High Cube shipping container.

PSR # 1794

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) BOD division is considering purchasing Chevrolet STS bus parts with a 5-year term.  This would include an initial 3-year with two option years of one-year each.

PSR # 1792