PW ITB - 106067 - Sewer Main Replacements Contract 2025

The City of Fort Worth Water Department is soliciting bids for a Sanitary Sewer Main Replacements Contract 2025 (Project No. 106067), covering comprehensive sewer infrastructure repair, replacement, and relocation services across Tarrant County. The contract encompasses 278 line items including PVC and ductile iron pipe installations in sizes ranging from 8" to 16", manhole construction, service connections, and associated utility work. Contractors must be pre-qualified for water and sanitary sewer work at least seven calendar days prior to bid opening and must submit electronic bids through the City's Procurement Portal by 2:00 PM CST on September 18, 2025. Bid proposals require unit pricing for various infrastructure components, with work to be performed under a unit price contract funded through the Water and Sewer Capital Fund. Evaluation will focus on selecting the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with the City reserving the right to reject any bids and conduct investigations of bidder qualifications. The initial contract period is one calendar year or until funding expiration, with potential renewals for two additional one-year periods.

The procurement includes specific provisions for minority and women-owned business enterprises, mandating that contractors perform at least 35% of work with their own organization and establishing participation goals under the Business Equity Ordinance No. 25165-10-2021. Bidders must complete a Conflict of Interest Affidavit and provide required documentation, including a 5% bid bond and Certificate of Interested Parties Form 1295. Texas resident bidders will receive preference over non-resident bidders pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 2252.001. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract allows for potential renewal expenditures of up to $1,000,000.00 per renewal period. Successful bidders must execute the contract within 14 days of receiving the Notice of Award and provide comprehensive insurance documentation. The project requires specialized construction expertise in sewer infrastructure replacement, with work orders to be issued by the Water Department after payment of estimated costs by customers or developers.