PW - 105560 - water service leak repair and water lead service replacement contract 2025

The City of Fort Worth, located in Tarrant County, Texas, is soliciting bids for a Water Service Leak Repair and Water Lead Service Replacement Contract for the year 2025 (Project No. 105560). The procurement opportunity involves repairing and replacing water services ranging from 1-inch to 2-inch, specifically targeting water service leaks and lead water service lines. Bidders must be prequalified for water and sanitary sewer work types, with requirements to submit documentation at least seven calendar days before the bid opening. Electronic bids will be received through the Procurement Portal until 2:00 PM CST on September 11, 2025, with a public bid opening at City Hall. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with the City reserving the right to reject any or all bids. Evaluation criteria include pricing, contractor qualifications, and compliance with the City's Business Equity Ordinance. The contract duration is one calendar year or until funding expires, with potential renewal options for up to two additional one-year periods or two additional expenditures of $1,600,000.00.

The procurement opportunity includes specific requirements for minority and women-owned business enterprise (MWBE) participation, mandating that contractors perform at least 35% of the contract work with their own organization. Nonresident bidders must submit bids lower than the lowest Texas resident bidder by the same amount a Texas resident would need to underbid in the nonresident's home state. Bidders are required to provide a Bid Bond for 5% of the maximum bid price and complete additional documentation, including the Certificate of Interested Parties Form 1295 and a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire. While specific budget allocations are not explicitly stated, the bid proposal suggests a comprehensive infrastructure improvement initiative focused on water service infrastructure maintenance and replacement. Contractors must also submit insurance documentation within 14 days of award notification and comply with local government conflict of interest regulations. The project encompasses various service scenarios, including water service replacements, pipe installations, pavement repairs, and associated infrastructure work across residential and industrial contexts.