Fairburn Highway 29 Pole Upgrade and Replacement

The City of Fairburn and Electric Cities of Georgia Engineering are seeking a qualified contractor for the Highway 29 Pole Upgrade and Replacement project (ITB 25-009), located in Fulton County, Georgia. The procurement involves comprehensive electrical infrastructure upgrades along Roosevelt Highway from Strickland Street to Barton Street, with specific requirements for replacing three-phase poles and associated electrical infrastructure. Contractors must provide all labor, safety equipment, tools, and supervision, utilizing infrastructure materials supplied by the City of Fairburn. Key deliverables include replacing existing conductors with 336 ACSR and 4/0 ACSR neutral wire, removing and retiring existing spanned conductor sections, reinstalling fiberglass standoff arms, replacing porcelain insulators with polymer insulators, and transferring serviceable transformers. The project requires a 5% bid bond, and the contractor must have qualified electric distribution workers capable of complex utility infrastructure modifications. The bid is due on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. EST, with submission required through the Bidnet website, and the total contract period is 120 days from the Notice to Proceed.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The project requires substantial bonding, including a performance bond, payment bond, and a maintenance bond for one-third of the contract price, which may limit participation for smaller contractors with limited financial capacity. The Superintendent of Power for the City of Fairburn will assign hot line tags, indicating a requirement for specialized electrical infrastructure expertise. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the complexity of the infrastructure work and the extensive technical specifications suggest a significant investment in municipal utility upgrades. The project involves multiple properties, including Town & Country Apartments, First Christian Church, and various local businesses, indicating a comprehensive municipal infrastructure improvement initiative. Contractors will be required to guarantee repair or replacement of defective workmanship for one year after project completion, demonstrating a commitment to long-term infrastructure quality and performance.