On-call lead water service replacement

The Town of Manchester Water Department is seeking an on-call contractor for lead water service line replacements in Hartford County, Connecticut. The procurement (Invitation to Bid #23/24-77) targets properties with six or fewer units, requiring comprehensive replacement of water service lines from the curb stop to the interior meter, including main valve replacement. Contractors must obtain all necessary permits, including building, water, sewer, and road encroachment permits, and hold appropriate Connecticut state licenses. The project will be funded through federal Community Development Block Grant funds, with contractors responsible for scheduling town inspections and ensuring all work conforms to Water Department requirements and Connecticut State Building Code. The bid response deadline is March 19, 2024, at 11:00 am, with bid prices remaining valid until November 30, 2024. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest combined price for copper service installation and surface restoration, with each service replacement expected to be completed within 5 days of contract execution.

Participation is restricted to contractors who can meet specific qualifications, including active registration in the SAM database, compliance with federal requirements, and adherence to the Town of Manchester's Living Wage Ordinance for covered employers. Contractors must have an active Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and cannot be on federal debarment lists. The living wage requirement mandates paying eligible employees $16.59 per hour with comprehensive health benefits or $24.59 per hour without benefits for contracts exceeding $25,000. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage and performance and labor bonds equal to 100% of the contract price. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bid documents emphasize strict nondiscrimination requirements, including compliance with federal equal employment opportunity guidelines and civil rights laws. The project involves multiple service line replacements, though a specific total contract value is not directly stated in the provided documentation.