Foothill-Canyon SD Phase 1 - Crossing University Ave

Provo City Corporation is requesting bids on the Foothill-Canyon SD Phase 1 project, involving installation of storm drain infrastructure, utility work, and road work at the crossing of University Avenue in Provo, Utah, with bids due October 14, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via the Bonfire online bidding system.

The scope includes 36-inch reinforced concrete pipe (Class III and Class IV), storm drain manholes (60-inch and 84-inch diameter), a 2-inch fiber optic loop, concrete sidewalks, curb and gutter, waterway construction, asphalt concrete pavement, and associated excavation and grading. Work is divided into two schedules: Schedule A with substantial completion April 30, 2027, and Schedule B with substantial completion May 31, 2027; overall project completion is May 31, 2027. All work must comply with Provo City Public Works Department standards, Utah Department of Transportation technical specifications, and the 2026 Manual of Standard Specifications published by the Utah Chapter of the American Public Works Association. Contractors are responsible for utility locating, materials testing, and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan compliance under UPDES regulations.

Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience for project superintendents and project managers, completion of at least three similar projects, and provide five references from previous clients. A bid bond equal to five percent of the total bid amount is required with each submission. Performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price are required prior to contract execution. The bid is structured on a unit price basis with multiple line items. A mandatory pre-construction conference must occur at least three working days prior to work commencement with required attendance from contractors, subcontractors, utility contractors, and city representatives. Contractors must verify immigration status compliance and provide proof of registration for all subcontractors. The project is locally funded with no federal requirements or prevailing wage obligations.