Labor only *** 12 " DIP horizontal directional drills

The City of Calhoun, Georgia is requesting bids for labor-only horizontal directional drilling installation of approximately 675 linear feet of 12-inch ductile iron pipe across four segments, with bids due July 9, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Bidders must hold a State of Georgia Utility Contractor license.

The scope spans four segments: 220 linear feet under Salacoa Creek, 90 linear feet under wetland 02, 100 linear feet under wetland 03, and 265 linear feet under wetland 03 along State Route 156. The City furnishes all materials; the contractor provides labor only. Prequalification of bidders may be required.

Sealed bids must be submitted at the City of Calhoun office, 700 West Line Street, Calhoun, Georgia 30701. A bid bond or cashier's check equal to at least 10 percent of the base bid amount must accompany each bid. If awarded, the contractor must furnish a performance bond in the amount of 100 percent of the contract price, issued by a Georgia-licensed surety with a minimum "A" performance rating and financial strength of at least five times the contract price.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to reject any bid from a bidder deemed unqualified or of doubtful financial ability. No bid may be withdrawn for sixty days following the bid closure date. Contract specifications and documents are available for public review at the City Utilities Engineering Department. Copies may be obtained through Andrea L. Everett, Purchasing Director, at (706) 602-5682 or aeverett@calhounga.gov.