Lead water service line identification and replacement

Salt Lake City Corporation is soliciting bids for a comprehensive Lead Water Service Line Identification and Replacement Project (Project No. 513900141) within the Salt Lake City Water Service Area. The procurement involves the systematic replacement of drinking water service lines previously identified as lead and the identification of water service line materials at various locations throughout the city. Bidders must submit electronic proposals through the Utah Public Procurement Place (U3P) EUNA platform by December 5, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for November 13, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. at the Salt Lake City Public Utilities West Campus. Contractors are required to provide a Bid Security equal to 5% of their total bid amount in PDF format, and must register on the https://utah.bonfirehub.com platform to access project specifications, drawings, and additional information. All bidders must periodically check for potential addenda, question and answer responses, and any supplemental project details during the bidding period.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises based on the available documentation. The engineering estimate for the project is $6,982,500.00, indicating a substantial infrastructure investment in water service line replacement and material identification. While incumbent vendors are not mentioned in the provided materials, the project requires electronic submission and participation through specialized procurement platforms, suggesting a preference for technologically capable contractors. Bidders will need to demonstrate technical expertise in water infrastructure assessment, lead service line replacement, and the ability to navigate complex municipal procurement systems. The project appears to be focused on critical infrastructure improvement, specifically addressing potential public health concerns related to lead water service lines in Salt Lake City.