Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority

Algaecide Treatment at Beaver Creek Reservoir
2025-11-06 09:00, 2025-10-22 (America/New_York) | VA
Algaecide Treatment at Beaver Creek Reservoir by Solitude Lake Managment.

RWSA Regular Board Meeting 10/28
2025-10-28 14:15 - 15:30 | Albemarle County Service Authority, 168 Spotnap Road, Charlottesville, VA, 22911, United States
This meeting will be held at the Albemarle County Service Authority (conference room), 168 Spotnap Road, Charlottesville, VA 22911.
The agenda, which includes links to pertinent documents, will be posted no later than the Friday prior to the Board Meeting.
View more information here.

Imagine a Day Without Water Art Contest Submission Deadline
2025-10-27 | VA
Today marks the last day you can submit artwork for our eleventh annual Imagine a Day without Water Art Contest. To learn more and to submit a piece, please visit https://charlottesville.gov/500/Imagine-a-Day-without-Water.

Virtual Meeting: Central Water Line Construction Efforts in the JPA Neighborhood
2025-10-21 12:00 - 12:30 | VA
Join us for a virtual meeting to learn more about the upcoming Central Water Line Construction efforts scheduled to take place in the JPA Neighborhood. The meeting can be joined by following this link.
Can’t make the meeting? A recording of it will be available on our project webpage at https://rivannawater.org/central-water-line-project/.

Request For Quote - Observatory Water Treatment Plant—Sodium Hypochlorite Tank Replacement - RFQ 1133
2025-10-16 15:00 | Moores Creek Administration Building, 695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA, 22902, United States
REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ No. 1133)
OBSERVATORY WATER TREATMENT PLANT—SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE TANK REPLACEMENT
The Authority is seeking quotes to replace two (2) existing sodium hypochlorite storage tanks at the Observatory Water Treatment Plant. The Authority has received a quote for two sodium hypochlorite storage tanks which shall be procured and installed by the Contractor.
Quotes are due by 3:00 PM EST on October 9, 2025. Quotes are to be addressed to:
Administration — Procurement
Rivanna Authorities
695 Moores Creek Lane
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Digital copies of Request for Quote Number 1133 can be obtained on the eVA website, https://eva.virginia.gov/index.html, and reference eVA # QQ 103235-1 or RFQ 1133 – Observatory Water Treatment Plant – Sodium Hypochlorite Tank Replacement. Please check for addendums posted on eVA. Other questions should be directed to Dyon Vega, 434-977-2970 ext. 170, dvega@rivanna.org.
The Authority does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age or disability, or against faith-based organizations as defined under the Virginia Public Procurement Act on the basis of such organization’s religious or charitable character.

IFB No: 404 Scottsville WRRF and WWPS Standby Generator
2025-10-02 15:00 | VA
Project Owner
Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (RWSA)
695 Moores Creek Lane
Charlottesville, VA
www.rivanna.org
Project Name
Scottsville WRRF and WWPS Standby Generator
Scottsville, Virginia
Invitation for Bid Number:
IFB No: 404
Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting and Site Visit:
A virtual non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held September 4, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. to review the scope of work. Contact Aaron Tice, PE (atice@wileywilson.com) by 6 pm on September 3, 2025 to obtain an MS Teams link to the pre-bid meeting. A site visit will be held on September 5, 2025 at the Scottsville WRRF located at 100 Page Street, Scottsville, VA 24590. Attendance at the pre-bid meeting is not mandatory.
DUE DATE FOR BIDS:
September 30, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. EST
Bid Submittal:
Bids will be received by time and date listed above for those submitting electronic bids via eVAs electronic bidding system or by Mail or Hand Delivery to:
Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority Administration Building
695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22902-9016
Bids received after the date and time will not be accepted.
All IFBs must be clearly labeled with the following information:
IFB No.:
IFB Name:
IFB Due Date:
From: Name of Bidder
Licensed Virginia Contractor Number:
Bids will be publicly opened at 3 pm at the Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority Administration Building, 695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22902-9016.
Obtain Plans and Project Manual at:
Plans and Project Manual are available at: eVA – Virginia’s eProcurement Marketplace (eva.virginia.gov) Please check for addendums posted on eVA.
A/E Contact for Questions: Aaron Tice P.E. ( atice@wileywilson.com) with copy to G. Austin Marrs P.E. (amarrs@rivanna.org).
Site Visit Contact: G. Austin Marrs P.E. (amarrs@rivanna.org).
Project Description:
Provide a standby generator and fuel tank at the Scottsville Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) and extension of emergency power to the Scottsville Wastewater Pump Station (WWPS) to replace an existing generator. The generator and select electrical equipment will be Owner furnished equipment for installation by Contractor. The Scottsville WRRF is located at 100 Page Street, Scottsville, VA 24590. Project includes installation of a generator and fuel tank at the Scottsville WRRF on an elevated steel platform, installation of electrical conduit and conductors to the Scottsville WWPS, demolition of an existing generator at the Scottsville WWPS, and modifications to the existing electrical equipment at both the Scottsville WRRF and WWPS. Other Work indicated in the Contract Documents.
Engineer:
Wiley|Wilson
127 Nationwide Dr.
Lynchburg, VA 24502
IFB ISSUE DATE:
August 25, 2025

Invitation For Bid - Granular Activated Carbon Replacement IFB #431
2025-09-26 15:00 | Moores Creek Administration Building, 695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA, 22902, United States
RIVANNA WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY
Invitation for Bid (IFB 431)
GRANULAR ACTIVATED CARBON REPLACEMENT
The Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority is soliciting sealed bids for the installation of new (virgin) granular activated carbon (GAC) and the removal, reactivation and installation of spent GAC. All GAC material and services will be utilized at the five (5) water treatment plants (WTPs) operated by the Authority. The Authority intends to secure all material and services through a Blanket Purchase Order (the Contract). The Contract shall cover a required two-year period beginning on or about the Bid Award Date and end 24-months later with the option to extend the contract for an additional four (4) one (1) year terms.
Sealed bids can be received at 695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22902 or submitted electronically on the eVA website until 3:00 PM on September 26, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Please check for addendums posted on eVA.
Bid documents can be obtained on the eVA website: https://eva.virginia.gov/index.html. Please reference eVA # IFB 97689 or IFB 431 – Granular Activated Carbon. Please check eVa website for addendums.
Other Key Dates

RFP Issue Date
June 25, 2025

GAC Samples Delivered to RWSA
July 9, 2025
4:00 pm Local Time

Results From RSSCT Provided to Bidder
September 5, 2025
4:00 pm Local Time

Last Date for Questions Submitted to RWSA
September 15, 2025
12:00 p.m. (Noon) Local Time

Final Bid Due Date
September 26, 2025
3:00 pm Local Time

Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age or disability, or against faith-based organizations as defined under the Virginia Public Procurement Act on the basis of such organization’s religious or charitable character.

Public Information Session on the Central Water Line Project
2025-09-16 17:00 - 18:30 | Carver Recreation Center, 233 4th St NW, Charlottesville, 22903, United States
Join us on Tuesday, September 16, for an information session about the upcoming Central Water Line Project. Attendees will learn about the Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority, the history of the project, and details surrounding the forthcoming work. The formal presentation will start at 5:15 PM. We hope to see you there!
Can’t make it in person? We will live-stream the presentation on Zoom. You can join the meeting virtually by going to https://zoom.us/j/94618028020.
When:
September 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM
Where:
Carver Recreation Center
233 4th Street, NW
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Additional Information:
To learn more about the Central Water Line Project, please visit our dedicated webpage for the construction project.

Invitation for Bid - FY26 RWSA Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Contract
2025-09-03 15:00 | VA
INVITATION FOR BIDS
(Construction Form RA-1)
Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority, Charlottesville, VA
FY26 RWSA Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Contract, Various Locations, Charlottesville, Virginia
Due Dates for Bids:
Bids will be received and opened on September 3, 2025, at 3 pm (local time) at the Rivanna Administration Building, 695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22902-9016, or by 3 pm for those submitting electronic bids via eVA’s electronic bidding system. Please check eVa website for addendums.
This PROJECT will rehabilitate existing sanitary sewers and manholes throughout the Owner’s service area. This Contract will be primarily used to repair sewer system defects that are allowing substantial rainwater and ground water (inflow and infiltration) into the sewer system. In addition, this Contract will focus on the repair of significant structural defects that are causing re-occurring maintenance issues. Work may include installation of cured-in-place pipe lining (CIPP) in sanitary sewers, installation of cementitious mortar coating in existing manholes, other miscellaneous manhole rehabilitation work as necessary, and all preparatory work such as cleaning and television inspection.
Pre-Bid Meeting (Non-Mandatory):
August 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM (virtual pre-bid through Microsoft Teams)
Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 227 326 760 054 6
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Project Engineer:
CHA Consulting, Inc.
6592 Bob White Trail Stanley, NC 28164
Technical Questions:
Technical questions shall be directed via email to Mr. Philip Shields (PShields@chasolutions.com), with a copy to Mr. Austin Marrs (amarrs@rivanna.org ) and Mr. David White (dwhite@rivanna.org). The Subject line of the email shall be “IFB #433”.

Public Information Session on the Ragged Mountain Reservoir Pool Fill Project
2025-08-28 18:00 | Moores Creek Administration Building, 695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA, 22902, United States
Join us on Thursday, August 28, for an information session about the upcoming Ragged Mountain Reservoir Pool Fill Project! Attendees will learn about the Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority, the history of the dam, and details surrounding the forthcoming project. The session will start with a formal presentation followed by Q&A. We hope to see you there!
When:
August 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM
Where:
Moores Creek Administrative Building Conference Room
695 Moores Creek Lane
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Can’t attend in person?
We will stream the meeting live online at https://zoom.us/j/91052016785
Additional Information:
To learn more about the Ragged Mountain Reservoir Pool Fill Project, please visit our dedicated webpage for the construction project.

Invitation for Bid - Crozet Water Treatment Plant Granular Activated Carbon Expansion IFB #424
2025-08-07 15:00 | Moores Creek Administration Building, 695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA, 22902, United States
INVITATION FOR BIDS
Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority
Charlottesville, VA
Crozet Water Treatment Plant Granular Activated Carbon Expansion IFB NO: 424
4675 Three Notch’d Road
Charlottesville, Virginia 22901
Due Date for Bids: Bids will be received and opened on August 7, 2025 at 3 pm (local time) at the Rivanna Administration Building, 695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22902-9016, or by August 7, 2025 at 3 pm (local time) for those submitting electronic bids via eVA’s electronic bidding system. https://eva.virginia.gov/index.html Please reference IFB 424 – Crozet Treatment Plant – GAC Expansion. Please check eVa website for addendums.
Project Description:
The Crozet WTP at 4675 Three Notch’d Road, Charlottesville, Virginia, 22901 is constructing a new building/structure for a new Granular Activated Carbon Facility. In general, the work includes electrical work, building foundation and pre-engineered metal building, associated mechanical and electrical equipment, relocation of underground utilities, site work (grading, fencing, and driveway improvements), site piping (backwash supply, backwash waste, GAC effluent, and clearwell influent water main), installation of process equipment for additional GAC treatment, GAC contactors, intermediate services pipes, process piping, and construction of a new cast-in-place concrete clearwell structure.
MBE/WBE FIRMS: MBE/WBE firms are encouraged to submit bids. Bidders must comply with the following: the President’s Executive Order # 11246 prohibiting discrimination in employment regarding race, color, creed, sex, or national origin; the President’s Executive Order #12138 and 11625 regarding utilization of MBE/WBE firms; the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the David-Bacon Act; and Section 70901 of P. L. 117-58 of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, 2021. Bidders must certify that they do not or will not maintain or provide for their employees any facilities that are segregated on the basis of race, color, creed, or national origin.
Non-Mandatory Virtual Pre-Bid Meeting:
Meeting date and time: 1:00 P.M. (EST), Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
The meeting will be conducted via Teams Meeting and can be joined with the following link:
https://bit.ly/45YPWQH
Meeting ID: 265 439 978 589 2
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Or call in (audio only)
+1 872-242-7640,,440785171# United States, Chicago
Phone conference ID: 440 785 171#
Project Engineer:
Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.
400 Locust Avenue, Suite 2
Charlottesville, VA 22902

Invitation for Bid - Granular Activated Carbon Replacement - IFB #431 GAC Samples Due to RWSA
2025-07-09 | Moores Creek Administration Building, 695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA, 22902, United States
RIVANNA WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY
Invitation for Bid (IFB 431)
GRANULAR ACTIVATED CARBON REPLACEMENT
The Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority is soliciting sealed bids for the installation of new (virgin) granular activated carbon (GAC) and the removal, reactivation and installation of spent GAC. All GAC material and services will be utilized at the five (5) water treatment plants (WTPs) operated by the Authority. The Authority intends to secure all material and services through a Blanket Purchase Order (the Contract). The Contract shall cover a required two-year period beginning on or about the Bid Award Date and end 24-months later with the option to extend the contract for an additional four (4) one (1) year terms.
Sealed bids can be received at 695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22902 or submitted electronically on the eVA website until 3:00 PM on September 26, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read.
Bid documents can be obtained on the eVA website: https://eva.virginia.gov/index.html. Please reference eVA # IFB 97689 or IFB 431 – Granular Activated Carbon. Please check eVa website for addendums.
Other Key Dates:
RFP Issue Date June 25, 2025
GAC Samples Delivered to RWSA July 9, 2025 4:00 pm Local Time
Results From RSSCT Provided to Bidder September 5, 2025 4:00 pm Local Time
Last Date for Questions Submitted to RWSA September 15, 2025 12:00 p.m. (Noon) Local Time
Final Bid Due Date September 26, 2025 3:00 pm Local Time
Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age or disability, or against faith-based organizations as defined under the Virginia Public Procurement Act on the basis of such organization’s religious or charitable character.

RWSA Regular Board Meeting 6/24
2025-06-24 14:15 - 15:30 | Albemarle County Service Authority, 168 Spotnap Road, Charlottesville, VA, 22911, United States
This meeting will be held at the Rivanna Authorities Administration Building, 2nd Floor Conference Room, 695 Moores Creek Lane, Charlottesville, VA
