2025 Water Service Line Identification Project Bid

The City of Owosso, located in Shiawassee County, Michigan, is soliciting bids for the 2025 Water Service Line Identification Project, funded through an EGLE TMF Grant. The procurement is an "All or None" competitive bid process seeking a contractor to perform comprehensive water infrastructure assessment and potential replacement services. Key project components include hydro-excavating water service lines at curb stops, with approximately 1,120 excavations for 0-2 ft diameter, 200 excavations for 2-6 ft diameter, and 30 excavations for 6 ft diameter and greater. The project requires precise technical work involving hard surface restoration, lawn restoration, and potential water service line replacement, adhering to MDOT 2020 Standard Specifications for Construction. Bid submissions are due by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, with work scheduled to be performed between July 7, 2025, and November 15, 2025. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond and will be disqualified if they do not provide pricing for all specified items. The evaluation will likely focus on complete bid package compliance, technical capability, and cost-effectiveness.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation, the project appears open to qualified contractors with water infrastructure and hydro-excavation expertise. Liquidated damages of $1,000 per calendar day will be assessed for incomplete work beyond the specified end date. The project's budget and potential award value are not explicitly stated, but the extensive scope of work involving over 1,350 potential excavations suggests a significant municipal infrastructure investment. Contractors will need specialized equipment for hydro-excavation, surface restoration, and potential water line replacement, indicating a need for sophisticated technical capabilities. The funding through the EGLE TMF Grant suggests this is part of a broader municipal infrastructure improvement initiative, which might indicate potential for future related projects. Interested bidders should carefully review the comprehensive bid documents to ensure full compliance with the City of Owosso's specific technical requirements and project specifications.