2025 Water Main Replacement & Sanitary Sewer Backwater Preventer Valve Projects

The City of Louisville, Colorado is seeking bids for a comprehensive 2025 Water Main Replacement and Sanitary Sewer Backwater Preventer Valve Project, with procurement focused on municipal infrastructure improvements. The project encompasses demolition, water main replacement, water service line replacement, sanitary sewer backwater preventer valve installation, concrete replacement, and asphalt patching across multiple city streets including Lois Drive, Aline Street, Barbara Street, and Rose Street. Bidders must be prequalified as a General Contractor by the City of Louisville and submit pre-qualification forms by May 9, 2025. The bid was advertised on April 23 and April 30, 2025, with a pre-bid conference scheduled for May 6, 2025, and bid opening on May 13, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. MST. Contractors will be responsible for utility coordination, site preparation, installation, testing, and restoration of affected areas, with a proposed contract time of 102 days and substantial completion targeted for October 3, 2025. Bid security of 5% of the total bid price is required, and the project will be awarded on a unit price basis.

The procurement allows for potential preferences for Colorado-produced materials, with quality and price being equal considerations. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the City reserves the right to award the contract by sections or reject any or all bids. The project will be funded directly by the City of Louisville and is subject to local procurement regulations. Though a specific budget range is not detailed in the available documentation, the comprehensive nature of the infrastructure improvements suggests a significant municipal investment. The project includes specific technical specifications for pipeline excavation, water main and sewer system improvements, concrete work, and asphalt patching, with detailed requirements for materials, installation methods, and quality control. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical expertise in municipal infrastructure reconstruction and adhere to stringent installation and restoration standards.