Elk Ranch Rd Interconnect PRV Vault

The Town of Fraser, located in Grand County, Colorado, is seeking a contractor for the Elk Ranch Road Interconnect project, a water infrastructure improvement initiative scheduled for bid between May 14 and June 6, 2025. The procurement involves constructing a water main interconnect vault between existing system pressure zones, which requires furnishing labor, materials, and equipment for complex water system modifications. Key deliverables include installation of valves, a bidirectional pressure reducing valve (PRV) in a precast vault, pipe improvements, site work, backfill, grading, groundwater dewatering, paving, and site restoration. The project is specifically located at the intersection of Elk Ranch Road and Oxbow Court, with detailed technical requirements including solar-powered monitoring equipment, electrical conduits, and precise utility connection specifications. Contractors must submit comprehensive traffic control plans, demonstrate utility protection capabilities, and comply with local design standards and water system specifications. The bid documents require careful coordination with local utilities, adherence to excavation guidelines, and meticulous materials handling and site cleanup protocols.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation, the project demands significant technical expertise in water infrastructure construction. Contractors will need to demonstrate proficiency in geotechnical engineering, understanding of complex subsurface conditions including groundwater management at depths up to 13 feet, and capability to work with varied soil compositions including stiff lean clay and dense silty clayey gravel. The geotechnical report indicates potential challenges such as seasonal groundwater fluctuations and the need for specialized trench stabilization techniques. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the project—involving vault construction, utility interconnections, and extensive site restoration—suggests a substantial infrastructure investment. The Town of Fraser will provide water for contractor use via fire hydrants at no charge, contingent on responsible usage, which may help offset some project costs. Interested contractors should carefully review the detailed bid plans and geotechnical specifications to fully understand the project's technical and logistical requirements.