PW Bid 2901-RELAY of WATER MAINS in HAVERFORD AVE (S. R. 3018) & GSI in W. GIRARD AVE

The City of Philadelphia Water Department is requesting sealed bids for the relay of water mains on Haverford Avenue (State Route 3018) from North 63rd Street to West Girard Avenue and green infrastructure construction on West Girard Avenue from North 64th Street to North Gross Street under Bid 2901, with bids due August 25, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. EST and virtual bid opening via Zoom immediately following submission. The estimated contract value exceeds $5 million.

A Local Business Entity (LBE) preference applies: 10% preference for certified Philadelphia-based businesses on quotes under $1 million; 5% preference for larger amounts, provided the business performs at least 51% of contract work within the city. Pre-qualification questionnaires were due August 4, 2026. Ten contractors are listed as approved bidders.

The scope includes relay of approximately 5,450 linear feet of ductile iron pipe ranging 4 to 12 inches in diameter; installation of 262 water service connections, 40 gate valves, and 11 fire hydrants; excavation of approximately 2,776 cubic yards; paving and surfacing of approximately 12,360 square yards; and green infrastructure components including perforated pipe, geotextile materials, inlets, and observation wells. Project completion is 265 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

Prevailing wage requirements apply under rates effective July 28, 2026, covering both Building Construction and Heavy/Highway Construction classifications. Contractors must ensure that 70% of on-site workforce (for projects exceeding $300,000 with four or more workers) have completed or are enrolled in a Certified Apprenticeship Program as of July 1, 2026. Act 141 Public Works Employment Verification using E-Verify is mandatory. A bid bond equal to 10% of gross bid amount and a non-refundable $600 bid processing fee (submitted separately through the City's payment portal) are required. All amendments (four issued) must be acknowledged and executed. Bids are submitted via www.PHLContracts.phila.gov with electronic bid bond copies due by opening; hard copies mailed separately.