Inner Perimeter Road Water Lines

The City of Valdosta, Georgia is requesting bids on installation of approximately 6.49 miles of water main along Inner Perimeter Road and South Patterson Street under an Invitation for Bid, with sealed bids due October 22, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. and a pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall Annex Building.

The scope comprises 24,693 linear feet of PVC water line (12" to 20" diameter) by excavation, 7,400 linear feet of Fusible PVC water line by directional bore, 2,162 linear feet of ductile iron water line (12" to 20" diameter), and 1,436 linear feet of steel casing (24" to 36" diameter) by jack and bore. The project also includes installation of 28 fire hydrants, 22 resilient seated gate valves with valve boxes (8" to 20" diameter), pavement removal and replacement, soil erosion and sediment control best management practices, and stormwater monitoring. Substantial completion is required within 270 calendar days; final completion within 300 calendar days.

The contract will be awarded on a Unit Price basis with monthly progress payments. A certified check or bid bond equal to at least 5 percent of the bid amount is required, except for bids of $25,000 or less. The successful contractor must provide a Contract Performance Bond and Payment Bond equal to 100 percent of the contract price. All bidders must submit a signed and notarized non-collusive affidavit and Georgia Security & Immigration Compliance affidavit with their bids. Bids may not be withdrawn for 60 days after the submission deadline. Plans and specifications are available from Turnipseed Engineers for $175, which includes one digital copy and one printed copy of specifications. The City of Valdosta reserves the right to reject any or all bids and is an equal opportunity employer.