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CITY OF GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM
Report: Award of Construction Contract for the Fiscal Year 2026 Sewer Lining Project and On-Call Sewer and Storm Drain Lining Services.
1) Motion to award a construction contract to Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp. for three years for a not-to-exceed amount of $3,195,606, with an option to extend for an additional two-year period in an amount not-to-exceed $2,000,000; and authorizing the City Manager or a designee to execute the contract. 2) Resolution of appropriation to appropriate Sewer Fund funds in the amount of $3,195,606 for the Fiscal Year 2026 Sewer Lining Project and On-Call Sewer and Storm Drain Lining Services.
COUNCIL ACTION
Item Type: Consent Calendar
Approved for August 25, 2026 calendar
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Sewer Lining Project and On-Call Sewer and Storm Drain Lining Services is a trenchless pipeline rehabilitation program for sewer and storm drain infrastructure to maintain reliable service and protect public health.
On June 17, 2026, four bids were received for the FY 2026 Sewer Lining Project and On- Call Sewer and Storm Drain Lining Services, and after a thorough review, staff found Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp.’s bid to be the lowest responsive bid from a responsible bidder.
The intent of this item is for the City Council to award a construction contract to Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp. for three years, for a not-to-exceed amount of $3,195,606, and approve an option to extend for an additional two-year period in the not-to-exceed amount of $2,000,000.
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the motion authorizing a construction contract with Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp. for three years in the amount of $3,195,606, with an option to extend for an additional two-year period in an amount not-to-exceed $2,000,000; and approve the resolution of appropriation providing adequate funding from the Sewer Fund. 5d2
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ANALYSIS
The City of Glendale owns and maintains approximately 350 miles of sanitary sewer mains and 26 miles of storm drain lines. Much of the city’s sanitary sewer system was constructed in the early 1900s, when the city was first incorporated, and many mains are now over 100 years old. Due to their age and material composition, these pipelines are subject to corrosion, cracking, and structural deterioration, requiring ongoing rehabilitation to maintain system reliability and protect public health and safety.
While ownership and maintenance responsibility for many reinforced concrete storm drain lines has been transferred to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, the city continues to maintain certain reinforced concrete pipe segments, as well as corrugated metal pipe (CMP) storm drain lines constructed in the early to mid-20th century. CMP lines are not transferable to the county and remain the city’s responsibility, requiring continued maintenance and rehabilitation as they age.
PWD crews routinely perform cleaning and closed-circuit television (CCTV) inspections of the city’s sewer and storm drain infrastructure and have documented deficiencies requiring repair and rehabilitation. Based on inspection findings, staff evaluated pipe conditions and developed plans and a specification to address both ongoing system rehabilitation needs and localized deficiencies requiring timely repair.
The sewer lining work includes sectional (partial length) and full-length lining and associated appurtenant work within the public right-of-way and easements. These improvements address the sewer pipeline defects, reduce infiltration and the risk of failures, and extend the service life of the sewer network while minimizing impacts to traffic, residents, and businesses.
Project plans and a specification were prepared to support trenchless rehabilitation methods, including Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) lining for this project. The proposed project includes the following two phases of the work:
Phase I, 2026 Sewer Lining Project: Planned trenchless rehabilitation of identified sewer segments at various citywide locations per Plan Nos. 3-1590 and 3-1595.
Phase II, On-Call Sewer and Storm Drain Lining Services: Unit-price-based, as- needed trenchless pipeline rehabilitation and repair services identified through CCTV inspections or operational needs during the contract term. This portion of the work will be authorized by the city on an as-needed basis through the contract term, and the contractor may be directed to perform either planned rehabilitation or unanticipated repairs on as-needed basis.
On March 31, 2026, the City Council adopted the project plans and specifications and authorized the City Clerk to advertise the project for bids. The project was advertised in the Glendale Independent, the city’s website, as well as various online platforms. 5d3
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On June 17, 2026, the city received four bids from contractors as follows:
1. Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp. $3,195,606
2. Insituform Technologies $3,813,202
3. Spiniello Infrastructure West $3,897,000
4. Vortex Services, LLC dba Sancon Technologies $3,924,540 Upon review of the bid documents, staff finds the bid of Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp. of $3,195,606 to be the lowest responsive bid from a responsible bidder.
The bid of Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp. in the amount of $3,195,606 is approximately 41.8% below the Engineer’s Estimate of $5,491,950.
Additionally, the Motion includes an option to extend the contract for an additional two- year period in an amount not-to-exceed $2,000,000, allowing the city to continue utilizing the contract as future on-call services arise.
FY 2026 Sewer Lining Project and On-Call Sewer and Storm Drain Lining Services
Phase I, 2026 Sewer Lining Project $ 2,390,956
Phase II, On-Call Sewer and Storm Drain Lining Services $ 804,650 Total Construction Cost $ 3,195,606
The State of California Contractor’s State License Board website confirms that the license of Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp. is current, active, and in good standing.
Additionally, staff contacted the references provided by Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp. and confirmed that the company satisfactorily completed similar projects.
Anticipated Project Schedule
Construction of Phase I is anticipated to begin in Fall 2026 and be completed by Fall 2027. Phase II will provide on-call lining services on an as-needed basis for a three-year term beginning on the date the contract is executed by the City Manager or a designee, with an option to extend the contract for an additional two-year period.
STAKEHOLDERS/OUTREACH
Outreach for the FY 2026 Sewer Lining Project and On-Call Sewer and Storm Drain Lining Services will be tailored to meet the needs of each specific task and impacted community.
Outreach efforts will be implemented on an as-needed basis. Depending on the project needs and resources availability, variety of tools and methods can be utilized to keep the public informed and engaged.
A dedicated project website will be maintained through the City of Glendale domain to provide project updates, maps of affected areas, an introduction to the project team, FAQs, and staff contact information. The website will serve as a central resource for residents seeking detailed information or wishing to provide feedback. 5d4
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Door hangers and postcards will be distributed to homes and businesses directly impacted by the project. These materials will inform residents of upcoming activities, potential disruptions, and project milestones.
In addition, personalized outreach may be conducted through one-on-one meetings with directly impacted residents and businesses. This allows staff to address specific concerns, explain the scope of work, and discuss mitigation measures for potential inconveniences such as road closures, water service interruptions, or noise disturbances.
To reach a broader audience, the project may also utilize social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram, including location-based posts or ads, to provide updates, traffic advisories, reminders about key dates, and links to more detailed resources on the project website.
FISCAL IMPACT
The FY 2026 Sewer Lining Project and On-Call Sewer and Storm Drain Lining Services Contract will cost $3,195,606 for the first three-year term, which was not included in the FY 2026-27 budget. Therefore, staff is requesting an appropriation of $3,195,606 from the Sewer Fund. The appropriation request is outlined below:
Requesting Appropriation
Amount From (Account
String) To (Account String) Funding
Source
$3,195,606 GL: 27900-5250-
PWD-0000-P0000
GL: 52100-5250-PWD-
0020-P0000
PL: PWD01721AN
Sewer Fund
Department Cost Center Program
Public Works Projects
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA/NEPA)
The Project is categorically exempt from environment review because of CEQA Guidelines §§15301.
CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE
This item is exempt from campaign disclosure requirements.
ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Do not approve the motion authorizing a construction contract and resolution of appropriation for the FY 2026 Sewer Lining Project and On-Call Sewer and Storm Drain Lining Services. Doing so, however, will not complete the necessary sewer and storm drain repairs quickly, and the city will need to pursue alternative methods for hiring contractors or recruiting resources to carry out these repairs. 5d5
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ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION
Submitted by:
Daniel Hernandez, Director of Public Works
Prepared by:
Tatevik Barakazyan, P.E., Civil Engineer II
Arpa Arakelian, Civil Engineering Associate
Approved by:
Roubik R. Golanian, P.E., City Manager
EXHIBITS/ATTACHMENTS
None.