Lead Service Line Replacement, Phase 2, Contract 2. 1

The City of Troy, New York is soliciting sealed bids for the Lead Service Line Replacement, Phase 2, Contract 2.1 project, which will be conducted in the Lansingburgh neighborhood. The procurement is a Request for Bid (RFB # 25-0004) focusing on replacing up to 623 lead water service lines through comprehensive excavation and replacement activities. Bidders must submit one original and two copies of their sealed bid, including a bid form, bid bond or certified check for 5% of the bid amount, and documentation of contractor registry. The project requires replacing lead service lines with new copper tubing, encompassing both public and private side replacements, with a minimum requirement of 60 service line replacements per summer month. Key deadlines include a pre-bid conference on July 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Troy Water Treatment Plant, and bid submissions due on July 31, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST. Contractors must obtain right-of-entry forms from property owners, provide traffic control, perform excavation and restoration, and complete all replacements two months before the contract end date. Bidders must demonstrate comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, professional liability, workers' compensation, and commercial umbrella insurance with specific minimum coverage limits.

The project has specific requirements for disadvantaged business participation, including a 20% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal. Contractors must comply with multiple federal and state regulations, including Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates, Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act requirements, and American Iron and Steel (AIS) provisions. Participants must be registered with the New York State Department of Labor and provide proof of workers' compensation coverage. The contract is funded through the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) and the New York State Department of Health via the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF). The successful bidder will be required to provide a 100% performance and payment bond, and the contract is guaranteed until August 1, 2026, with potential extensions for two additional one-year periods under identical terms and conditions. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project involving 623 service line replacements suggests a significant infrastructure investment. The City reserves the right to reject any bid and purchase items from New York State Contracts when available, providing flexibility in the procurement process.