2026 Pipeline Continuing Construction Contract

Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department is requesting sealed bids on a 2026 Pipeline Continuing Construction Contract for installation of raw water mains, potable water mains, wastewater force mains, reclaimed water mains, fire hydrants, service lines, and associated appurtenances across multiple locations in Palm Beach County, Florida, with bids due August 5, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. A mandatory Small Business Enterprise (SBE) subcontracting goal of 15% participation applies under SBD Ordinance Section 2-80.24(1)(a); bids failing to comply shall be deemed non-responsive unless a waiver request with documented good faith efforts is submitted at bid time.

The scope encompasses 154 distinct bid line items and 234 line items total covering pipeline construction using conventional trenching, horizontal directional drilling, and trenchless methods. Pipe materials include PVC, ductile iron, HDPE, and prestressed concrete cylinder pipe in sizes from 2 to 30 inches diameter. The contractor must provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, permits, testing, and temporary facilities; work hours are limited to 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays with no work during holidays. Traffic control must conform to AASHTO MUTCD-10 standards. Subcontractors performing more than 5% of work must be identified and certified with the Office of Small Business Development prior to bid submission.

The engineer's cost estimate is $32.4 million. The contract is structured as a one-year initial term with two optional 12-month renewal periods, with a tentative start date of November 22, 2026. Award will be made to up to two lowest responsive and responsible bidders. Bid security of not less than 5% of the base bid is required. A performance bond equal to 100% of contract price and comprehensive insurance are required within 14 calendar days of notification. Liquidated damages are $500 per calendar day for failure to achieve Substantial Completion and $250 per calendar day beyond Final Completion. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference was held July 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the Administration Building, 8100 Forest Hill Boulevard, West Palm Beach, with a site visit to follow. Bid documents containing Addendum No. 1 are available through the Palm Beach County VSS portal or plan houses for $150 per set.