Greenville Water-P-6879-Starsdale Area Main Replacements

Greenville Water is soliciting bids for the Starsdale Area Main Replacements project (CIP 271, P-6879) in Greenville County, South Carolina. The procurement involves infrastructure improvements focusing on water main installations along Old Parker Road, Mauldin Circle, and Starsdale Circle. Specific deliverables include approximately 2,900 feet of 6-inch ductile iron water main, 550 feet of 8-inch ductile iron water main, six gate valves, three fire hydrant assemblies, and 40 linear feet of 12-inch steel casing installed via jack and bore method. The project requires contractors to perform connections to the existing water system, install temporary water bypass systems to maintain service continuity, and complete service line connections to existing water meters. Key objectives include infrastructure modernization and maintaining uninterrupted water service for existing customers. The bid deadline is October 9, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. EDT, with bids to be submitted through PlanetBids. Potential bidders must submit an Ethics in Public Contracting Affidavit and a Noncollusion Affidavit, demonstrating compliance with ethical procurement standards.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will be awarded as a single unit price contract, with the total project budget determined by submitted bid forms. Contractors must complete the entire project within 90 calendar days for substantial work completion, with an additional 30 calendar days for final completion. Liquidated damages are established at $1,000 per calendar day for missed deadlines, and a 10% retainage will be deducted from each pay request. Payment terms are set at net 30, and Greenville Water reserves the right to reject any or all bids and select the contractor providing the best value. While no specific budget range is detailed, the project involves significant infrastructure investment with multiple line items including rock excavation, erosion control, water main installation, gate valves, fire hydrant assemblies, and pavement restoration. Contractors must adhere to Greenville Water's Standard Technical Specification and comply with various technical requirements, including specific compaction standards and pressure testing protocols.