Kitsap PUD Fort Ward Water Reservoir Replacement Project Bid 2026
Kitsap PUDUtility District · Poulsbo, WA- Due
- Mar 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Bryan Ransom
- (360) 779-7656
The 30-second brief
Public Utility District No. 1 of Kitsap County (KPUD) is soliciting sealed bids for the Fort Ward Water Reservoir Replacement Project. The scope of work includes the construction of a concrete reservoir (30-ft diameter, 40-ft tall), installation of new 8-inch ductile iron water mains, valves, and appurtenances to connect to the South Bainbridge Water System, bypassing the existing reservoir, and site improvements including a 33-ft stormwater diffuser trench and security fencing. The project is located in the City of Bainbridge Island. Requirements include a 5% bid guarantee, state prevailing wage rates, and a 90-working day completion timeline. Bids are due March 5, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the KPUD Administrative Offices in Poulsbo, WA.
Concrete reservoir, Water mains, Valves, Stormwater diffuser trench, Security fencing, Record drawings
Lowest responsible bid from a qualified bidder
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Summary
Public Utility District No. 1 of Kitsap County (KPUD) is soliciting sealed bids for the Fort Ward Water Reservoir Replacement Project.
The scope of work includes the construction of a concrete reservoir (30-ft diameter, 40-ft tall), installation of new 8-inch ductile iron water mains, valves, and appurtenances to connect to the South Bainbridge Water System, bypassing the existing reservoir, and site improvements including a 33-ft stormwater diffuser trench and security fencing. The project is located in the City of Bainbridge Island. Requirements include a 5% bid guarantee, state prevailing wage rates, and a 90-working day completion timeline. Bids are due March 5, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the KPUD Administrative Offices in Poulsbo, WA.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bid from a qualified bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Concrete reservoir
- Water mains
- Valves
- Stormwater diffuser trench
- Security fencing
- Record drawings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Form and Signature Sheet
- Bid Guarantee
- Non-Collusion Certificate
- Statement of Bidder's Qualifications
- Certification of Compliance with Wage Payment Statutes
- Subcontractors List
- Submit to
- KPUD Administrative Offices, 1431 Finn Hill Road, Poulsbo, Washington 98370
- Scope location
- Bainbridge Island, WA
- Projected sq ft
- 6,930 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Public Utility District No. 1 of Kitsap County
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Kitsap PUD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: KPUD Administrative Offices, 1431 Finn Hill Road, Poulsbo, Washington 98370. For questions, contact Bryan Ransom.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Kitsap PUD in WA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Bryan Ransom at (360) 779-7656. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Concrete reservoir, Water mains, Valves, Stormwater diffuser trench, Security fencing, Record drawings. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible bid from a qualified bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kitsap PUD?
All active and historical solicitations from Kitsap PUD are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Kitsap PUD regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form and Signature Sheet, Bid Guarantee, Non-Collusion Certificate, Statement of Bidder's Qualifications, Certification of Compliance with Wage Payment Statutes, Subcontractors List. Review the full document from Kitsap PUD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bainbridge Island, WA. The total projected area is 6930 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.