Puerto Rico's Aqueducts and Sewage Authority (AAA) is set to launch a US$138 million contract to rehabilitate a vital water treatment plant located in the Toa Alta region, reports BNamericas.
The Enrique Ortega water treatment facility suffered severe damage from hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017. With a capacity to treat up to 85 million gallons of water per day, restoring its functionality is crucial for the region.
As part of tender 23-SP-061, a meeting has been scheduled at the plant on August 2, with the period for queries concluding on August 18.
Bids for the rehabilitation project will be accepted until August 29 and will be opened at the AAA office in San Juan.
The rehabilitation efforts aim to significantly improve and optimize the plant's operations, enhancing its reliability and resiliency. Once completed, the project is expected to benefit around 475,000 inhabitants residing in Toa Alta, encompassing six municipalities.
Funding for this crucial initiative will be sourced from AAA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and the disaster recovery program of the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Earlier in January, FEMA announced its approval of US$114 million to undertake the repairs, with a primary objective of strengthening the water treatment system on the island, recognizing its essential role during times of disasters.
