Bid_#2026-40_-_Scope_of_Work_-_FY27_Water_Service-Premise_Plumbing_Maintenance.pdf
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- Bid #2026-40
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- Mclean County, Illinois
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This is a Scope of Work document for the City of Bloomington, Illinois Water Department for Bid #2026-40, FY27 Water Service-Premise Plumbing Maintenance. The City is seeking qualified contractors to provide on-call and scheduled maintenance, repair, and replacement services for water infrastructure and premise plumbing systems. Services include water service line repairs and replacements, water meter installation and troubleshooting, backflow device coordination, temporary water service installation, excavation and trenching, and site restoration. The contractor must provide 24/7 emergency response capabilities with a response time to be specified by the City, and must maintain traffic control in accordance with IDOT standards and comply with OSHA and local safety regulations. Sealed bids are due via the City's OpenGov e-Procurement Portal by Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 10:00 am CST.
All materials and work must meet City of Bloomington standards, IEPA standards, plumbing codes, and AWWA standards. The City of Bloomington requires a project labor agreement for all public works projects estimated in excess of $50,000 unless the City determines that such an agreement would not advance its interests in cost, efficiency, quality, safety, timeliness, skilled labor, labor stability, and minority or female business utilization. Any project labor agreement shall comply with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act and shall not require union membership or fair share payments from employees. The contractor shall coordinate all work with Water Department personnel and maintain accurate records of work performed, including materials and locations. Site restoration, including pavement, sidewalks, and landscaping, must be completed to City standards with temporary restorations followed by permanent repairs.
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FY27 Water Service/Premise Plumbing Maintenance
Bid #2026-40
Scope of Work
1. Purpose
The City of Bloomington Water Department is seeking qualified contractors to provide on-call and scheduled water service/premise plumbing maintenance. The work includes repair, replacement, and maintenance of water infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable, and continuous water service to customers.
2. General Description of Work
The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, materials, tools, and supervision necessary to perform maintenance, repair, and replacement work on the City’s water distribution and related systems. Work may be performed on an emergency or planned basis and shall be completed in accordance with City standards and applicable regulations.
3. Scope of Services
A. Water Service Line Repairs and Replacements
• Repair and replacement of residential and commercial water service lines (public and private side as directed)
• Leak detection and excavation
• Installation of new service taps and connections
• Curb stop repair and replacement
• Restoration of disturbed areas (pavement, sidewalks, landscaping
B. Water Meter and Premise Plumbing Work
a. Installation, repair, and replacement of water meters and meter settings
b. Troubleshooting meter-related issues (accuracy, leaks, connectivity)
c. Interior plumbing adjustments related to meter installations (as authorized)
d. Backflow device coordination (installation support or replacement as needed)
e. Service line and meter pit repairs
C. Miscellaneous Utility Maintenance
a. Temporary water service installation (bypass piping, jumpers, etc.)
b. Support for leak detection programs
c. Excavation and trenching for water system components
d. Site restoration including asphalt, concrete, and turf
D. Emergency Response Requirements
a. Contractor must be available for 24/7 emergency response
b. Response time shall be within [insert required timeframe, e.g., 1–2 hours]
c. Ability to mobilize crews and equipment promptly for water main breaks and critical failures
4. Traffic Control and Safety
a. Provide all necessary traffic control in accordance with IDOT standards
b. Maintain a safe work zone for the public and workers
c. Comply with all OSHA and local safety regulations
5. Restoration Requirements
a. Restore all disturbed areas to original or better condition
b. Pavement, sidewalks, and landscaping restoration must meet City standards
c. Temporary restorations must be promptly followed by permanent repairs
6. Coordination with City Staff
a. Work shall be coordinated by Water Department personnel
b. Contractor shall communicate schedules, outages, and system impacts in advance
c. Maintain accurate records of work performed, including materials and locations
7. Materials and Standards
a. All materials shall meet City of Bloomington and IEPA standards and Plumbing Codes
b. Contractor may be required to procure materials or install City-supplied materials
c. Work must comply with AWWA standards and applicable codes
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