2024 Water Main Replacement Program

The 2024 Water Main Replacement Program is a municipal infrastructure procurement opportunity issued by the City of Fraser in Macomb County, Michigan. The project involves comprehensive water main infrastructure replacement across multiple street segments, including Northwood Road, Snow Road, Crestwood Lane, and Huber Lane. Specific deliverables include installing approximately 4,068 linear feet of 8-inch PVC water main using pipe burst techniques, 332 linear feet of 8-inch ductile iron water main, 9 fire hydrant assemblies, 8 gate valves, 8 gate wells, 6 water main connections, and various water service modifications. Sealed bids will be received until 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at the City of Fraser offices, with substantial completion required by October 15, 2025, and final completion by November 15, 2025. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including a statement of qualifications, subcontractor lists, and project references, demonstrating capability in municipal water infrastructure replacement, traffic control, and site restoration techniques.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified contractors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bid security requirements include a 5% bond of the total bid amount, and the project will be funded through municipal sources. Liquidated damages are established at $1,500 per day for failure to meet completion dates. The project requires compliance with Michigan Department of Transportation 2020 Standard Specifications and includes specific technical requirements for water main installation, covering pipe materials, joining methods, testing, and disinfection procedures. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the infrastructure replacement suggests a significant municipal investment. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical expertise in underground utility work, municipal infrastructure restoration, and adherence to stringent engineering specifications for water main replacement.