OPEN Sewer Manhole Drop Connection Repair - Merrill Ave and Ramona St.

The City of San Luis, Arizona is requesting sealed bids for sewer manhole drop connection repair at Merrill Avenue and Ramona Street in Yuma County under an RFB due October 21, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. MST. Bidders must hold a valid Arizona Registrar of Contractors Class A license.

The scope comprises removing and replacing approximately 35 linear feet of damaged 8-inch sewer main; removing and replacing the existing damaged sewer drop connection, wye, and associated fittings; installing a new drop sewer connection; coring and cutting the existing manhole as required; repairing the manhole base and lining; adjusting the existing manhole frame and cover to finished grade; and restoring affected pavement and cross gutter. The contractor is responsible for maintaining sewer flows during construction. The bid schedule includes 13 line items with a 5 percent contingency and covers all work shown on plans or necessary to complete the project.

Substantial completion is required within 30 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed; liquidated damages apply for failure to meet this deadline. Bids must be accompanied by a 10 percent bid surety bond via certified check, cashier's check, or surety bond. The contractor must provide Performance and Payment Bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price and maintain comprehensive general liability insurance with specified minimum coverage limits, including coverage for bodily injury, property damage, explosion, collapse, and underground hazards. Progress payments equal 90 percent of certified work monthly, with 10 percent retention until final completion.

Sealed bids are submitted through the City's Procurement Portal, with public bid opening on October 21 at City Hall or virtually via Microsoft Teams. No pre-bid conference will be held. The City Council formal award is scheduled for November 10, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest qualified responsive bidder. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informality. Bidders must submit a completed Subcontractor List Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, and Certificate of Insurance prior to commencing work.