Water Treatment Plant Expansion

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The new, state of the art water treatment plant expansion on the pristine shores of Georgian Bay is a monumental project for the Town of Collingwood. The expansion brings vast and sustainable residential, commercial and industrial expansion opportunities to the community, setting the stage for the next 25 years or more.

Collingwood's Innovative approach to this project included pre-qualifying general contractors early in the design process which allowed the Town to ensure reputable and experienced contractors would be bidding on the work. The Town was then able to take advantage of their experience and involve the prequalified contractors in the design process by retaining them to participate in multiple workshops to discuss contract issues and constructability items. Their feedback during the design allowed the design team and Town to consider and incorporate their viable suggestions into the contract documents resulting in what is hoped to be a robust design minimizing issues, conflicts and changes during construction.

The revised Tender Closing is September 12, 2023 (Revised from July 31, 2023).