Invitation to Bid 26020-B Fire Hydrant Repair and Replacement Services

Fayette County, Georgia is seeking a licensed utility contractor to perform fire hydrant repair and replacement services through Invitation to Bid (ITB) #26020-B. The procurement involves comprehensive maintenance of approximately 85 fire hydrants within the Fayette County Water System (FCWS) service area, with specific requirements including 50 hydrant repairs, 20 hydrant replacements, and 20 hydrant extension adjustments. Bidders must be licensed utility contractors in Georgia with documented experience of at least two successfully completed projects of similar scope within the past five years. Contractors will be responsible for evaluating fire hydrants and replacing those identified as poorly functioning or nonfunctional, adhering to American Water Works Association (AWWA) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards. The bid submission deadline is Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., with work expected to commence within 30 calendar days of receiving the Notice to Proceed. Evaluation criteria will likely include compliance with technical specifications, unit pricing for various repair and replacement tasks, and demonstrated prior experience in municipal water infrastructure projects.

The contract requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in general and automobile liability insurance, and statutory workers' compensation. Bidders must provide a 5% bid bond, with performance and payment bonds of 100% of the contract value required before contract execution. The successful contractor will be obligated to provide a 24-month warranty on all materials and workmanship, with a requirement to address any defects within 45 calendar days of notification. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the detailed technical and financial requirements suggest a competitive procurement process targeting experienced utility contractors. The pricing structure includes detailed unit prices for various hydrant-related tasks such as replacing operating nuts, stems, gaskets, and valves, indicating a potentially significant project value. Though the exact budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive scope of work and the number of hydrants involved suggest a substantial municipal infrastructure investment.