Bid Opening for Pressure Tapping.docx

This is a bid opening notice for the City of Salem, Oregon Public Works Department soliciting pressure tapping contractor services on a non-exclusive, annual basis. The contractor will provide pressure tapping, line stop services, and live insertion valves on an as-needed basis for the City's potable water pipeline system, including work on ductile iron and cast iron pipelines ranging from 4 to 69 inches in diameter. The scope includes 28 line items covering various pipeline diameter combinations and materials, each priced as a lump sum. Bids are due June 30, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. local time via Equity Hub's Bid Locker. The contract commences July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with renewal options for up to four additional one-year periods subject to satisfactory performance, budget approval, and mutual written agreement. Virtual bid opening occurs via Microsoft Teams. No pre-bid conference is scheduled.

Bidders must submit 10 percent bid security in the form of a surety bond, irrevocable letter of credit, or certified check, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on total bid price. Prices shall remain firm throughout the initial contract term except for allowable price decreases; price increases will be considered only at contract renewal with justification submitted at least 45 days prior. Monthly invoicing with net 30-day payment terms applies. The fiscal year 2026-27 budget allocation is $50,000. Bidders must be registered with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board or licensed by the State Landscape Contractors Board, comply with prevailing wage requirements under ORS 279C.800-870, maintain an employee drug testing program, and comply with workers' compensation insurance requirements and Oregon wage and hour laws.