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Quartzsite to seek bids for two 2026 waterline projects; staff says projects fully grant-funded
Summary
The town announced invitations for bids July 1 for two 2026 waterline projects (multiple streets and PRV work) and told council the work is funded primarily through grants (including a $1.7M award and a $300K CDBG allocation totaling $2.0M); an Army Corps grant and local match were also mentioned.
Town staff presented plans and a timeline for two waterline projects on June 23 and said the town will advertise invitations for bids beginning July 1 with a bidder-question deadline of July 21 and a bid opening on July 29.
Staff described the scope: one project will extend water lines from Tyson Wash and loop parts of the system to improve pressure and service to RV parks and other properties; the work includes pressure-reducing valves to regulate service across north-south pressure zones. The project timeline calls for a pre-construction meeting in early September and a 120-day construction window after notice to proceed.
Staff told the council the project finance package includes a $1.7 million grant plus $300,000 in CDBG funds for a stated $2,000,000 in grant support for one set of projects; staff also referenced an Army Corps of Engineers grant and a town match that has been carried in the budget for several years. Staff emphasized that the first project will not require ratepayer contributions.
Council asked that schedules and roadwork/bid timelines be posted to the town website so residents can track construction and inspections.
Speakers quoted in this article are staff presenters and council members who spoke during the bid presentation.
