N1156 N jackson & N irving street watermain replacement

Arlington County, Virginia is seeking bids for a critical water infrastructure replacement project designated as N1156, focusing on water main upgrades in multiple street locations. The project involves replacing existing 6-inch water mains with new 8-inch water mains along N Jackson Street between Arlington Boulevard and 4th Street N, N Irving Street between Arlington Boulevard and 2nd Road N, and Arlington Boulevard between N Jackson Street and N Highland Street. The comprehensive scope of work includes installing approximately 4,800 linear feet of 8-inch water main, 1,050 linear feet of 8-inch HDPE water main, and 850 linear feet of 6-inch water main. Key deliverables include 82 water service taps, 35 water service re-taps, full restoration of disturbed surfaces, and complete pavement restoration in excavated areas. The contract opportunity was posted on March 24, 2025, with proposals due by May 6, 2025, under the state contract opportunity ID 67e16e87b5176cb8b500a542.

While specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the project appears to be a standard municipal infrastructure improvement contract. The water main replacement project will require contractors with significant civil engineering and municipal infrastructure installation capabilities, particularly those experienced in water utility construction and urban infrastructure restoration. Though a specific budget range is not specified, municipal water infrastructure projects of this scale typically represent substantial investments, potentially ranging from $2 million to $5 million depending on specific construction complexities and material costs. The project will involve integrating new water main infrastructure with existing municipal water systems, requiring precise engineering and careful coordination with Arlington County's water utility management. Prospective bidders should be prepared to demonstrate technical expertise in water main installation, surface restoration, and municipal infrastructure project management.