Block Level Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Project: N. Allen Ave: N. Kimball Ave. to N. Milwaukee Ave

A. All new water service line installations shall receive a new meter regardless of whether or not the home is currently metered. If an existing meter is removed, it shall be salvaged and delivered to the location specified by the Commissioner. B. The scope of work for this Section includes: 1) the installation of 5/8 inch and 1 inch water meters and meter interface units (MIUs) for automated meter reading on accounts that are presently unmetered and; 2) the installation of 5/8 inch, 1 inch, 1 1/2 inch and 2 inch meters and meter interface units (MIUs) for automated meter reading on accounts that are presently metered in order to replace the existing metering equipment. All work will be at various locations throughout Chicago. The placement and installation of meters at each individual site must be performed as indicated in the specifications and must comply and conform to all applicable federal, state, municipal laws and regulations. C. Water meters, meter interface units (MIUs), encoder screw bits, and meter seals will be supplied by the Commissioner of Water Management. All other materials (including but not limited to plumbing hardware required for meter installations, and meter pit enclosures and covers) must be provided by the Contractor. D. The Contractor must furnish all supplies, materials, tools and equipment necessary for the successful and timely completion of all meter and MIU installations under this Contract as specified herein, except for the following items: water meters, meter interface units, seals and seal crimping tools, which will be furnished by the Commissioner. E. All plumbing demolition and installation work shall be performed by a Chicago Licensed Plumber.