December 21, 2005: Sandwell wins Engineering Contract for GVRD Port Mann Water Supply Tunnel Fraser River Crossing Project
Vancouver, BC – Sandwell Engineering Inc. announced today that the Greater Vancouver Regional District (GVRD) has awarded Sandwell the engineering contract for the Port Mann Water Supply Tunnel Fraser River Crossing Project to replace an existing pipeline.
The assignment covers the preliminary and detailed engineering of a new water main beneath the Fraser River, in the vicinity of the Port Mann Bridge. The existing Port Mann Main – Fraser River Crossing pipeline, constructed in 1974, is approximately 1 km in length and is a primary water supply link to municipalities south of the Fraser River.
The GVRD is committed to ensuring a sustainable and secure supply of water to its member municipalities. Once complete, the Port Mann water supply tunnel will help meet future demand in growing communities south of the Fraser River while protecting the crossing against seismic and river scour hazards.
“We are proud to be part of the GVRD team,” said David Kaukinen, VP and GM, Energy and Infrastructure. “The project will require a substantial amount of teamwork between the Sandwell team and the GVRD and will put community consultation at the top of the agenda.”
The design and construction process will be subject to stringent seismic requirements and considerable emphasis will be placed on sustainability issues ensuring environmental, social and economic stewardship.
The Sandwell team includes, Jacobs Associates, Golder Associates, Northwest Hydraulic Consultants, West Coast Corrosion Prevention Ltd., McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd, BKL Consultants Ltd., PWL Partnership, and Landscape Architects Inc.
“We have a terrific team of professionals with a proven track record in tunnel design,” said Joe Scholte, VP, Business Development. “Our team members bring world-class experience to this project.”The initial design work is due to commence immediately. Construction is expected to start in 2007.
