Site work for a water / sewer project in Calgary, Alberta. Completed plans call for site work for a water / sewer project.

https://calgary.citynews.ca/2024/07/18/calgary-sunnyside-flood-barrier-groundbreaking/ A ‘crucial’ piece of infrastructure in Calgary’s inner-city has started to take shape following a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday. This marks the official beginning of construction for the Sunnyside Flood Barrier, which is designed to protect the communities of Sunnyside and Hillhurst from the devastating impacts of river flooding. The city says the barrier will help manage flood water and prevent the type of damage sustained during the 2013 floods, while providing a foundation for future climate resiliency. “The Sunnyside Flood Barrier is an excellent example of how we can address urgent infrastructure needs while enhancing public spaces,” Mayor Jyoti Gondek said. “This barrier will provide much-needed flood protection and contribute to the long-term resilience, functionality and beauty of our city for generations to come.” The barrier will run along the north side of the Bow River from 14 Street NW to the west side of the Field of Crosses. Once it’s finished, the wall will have permanent flood walls and sheet walls, as well as temporary deployable systems like sand bags and water filled tubes, and demountable flood walls. Another aim of the project is to enhance and preserve the public space, which will include building a multi-use pathway along the length of the wall with cyclist and pedestrian lanes. The city says there are also plans for additional seating along the way; improvements are planned at the Calgary Soldiers’ Memorial, Poppy Plaza, Peace Bridge North Shore, the 7 Street NW lookout and Prince’s Island Pedestrian Bridge and Bow River Access. “I am thrilled to see the Sunnyside flood barrier project break ground,” said Ward 7 Coun. Terry Wong. “This project will be providing improvements along the Bow River Pathway for all Calgarians to enjoy, while ensuring the protection of our beloved Sunnyside community. This milestone is a testament to the years of dedication and advocacy from our incredible community volunteers, to whom we owe immense gratitude, and the work of city staff who have worked diligently to make this project a reality.” City officials say the project comes at an estimated cost of $50 million. It’s expected to be finished by spring 2026 ahead of the spring flood season. Information on work schedules and construction impacts to the public will be provided to the public by the city as needed. ------------ The intent of this Request for Qualification (RFQ) is for Subcontractors to prequalify for a forthcoming competitive tender process for the Sunnyside Flood Barrier (SFB) project in Calgary, Alberta. Only Subcontractors that prequalify will be allowed to participate in the competitive tender process. The Sunnyside Flood Barrier (SFB) project has been put forward by The City of Calgary to reduce the risk of overland flooding and sub-surface seepage from the Bow River during floods within the Sunnyside-Hillhurst community. The Project extends for approximately 2.8 km from Centre Street to 14 Street NW. Construction activities are anticipated to commence in Spring 2024 and run until the Scheduled Operational Date of December 31, 2025. As part of the forthcoming competitive tender process, prequalified Subcontractors will be required to provide lump sum quotations for qualified scopes of work scheduled to be completed in the 2024 construction season. A separate tender process may be completed for the work scheduled to be completed in the 2025 construction season, with the option to change order 2025 work into existing subcontract arrangements. This RFQ is intended to cover qualifications for both construction seasons. Subcontractors are requested to provide evidence of experience in similar work including but not limited to the following scopes of work: 1. Tree Removal 2. Earthworks (including Demolition, Excavation, Backfilling) 3. Site Utilities 4. Sheet Piles 5. Concrete Supply 6. Concrete Pumping 7. Reinforcing Steel 8. Asphalt Pavement & Site Concrete 9. Landscaping (including Retaining Walls, Irrigation, Site Furniture) 10. Miscellaneous Metals 11. Site Electrical 12. 3rd Party Testing 13. Traffic Accommodation Design The project value listed reflects the total project estimate. Bid values are undisclosed.