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

The City of Philadelphia is soliciting pre-qualification statements from water main relay contractors for Bid 2901, covering relay of water mains in Haverford Avenue (State Route 3018) and green stormwater infrastructure in West Girard Avenue, with pre-qualification questionnaires due August 4, 2026 and sealed bids due August 25, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. EST through PHLContracts. This is a pre-qualification-only solicitation; approved sellers will receive notice and invitation to a closed bid solicitation. The estimated project value exceeds $5 million.

The scope includes relay of existing 12-inch water mains and installation of new 8-inch and 12-inch ductile iron mains (approximately 5,450 linear feet total) across Haverford Avenue, Stiles Street, Girard Avenue, and 63rd Street; placement of gate valves and fire hydrants; water service connections; paving and surfacing; erosion and sedimentation control; and green stormwater infrastructure components including permeable pipes, inlets, storage trenches, and observation wells. Work must comply with Philadelphia Streets Department and PennDOT standards. The contract term is 265 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

Prevailing wage rates (amended as of July 28, 2026) apply to all classifications under both building and heavy/highway construction categories, with electrician rates ranging to $81.99 per hour plus fringe benefits. Contractors must perform at least 20% of work with their own workforce, comply with E-Verify, and meet Bill No. 250607 apprenticeship requirements (70% of on-site workforce enrolled in or graduates of certified apprenticeship programs for projects exceeding $300,000). Weekly certified payroll submission through LCP Tracker is required. Contractors must submit a non-refundable processing fee, a bid bond equal to 10% of gross bid amount, and documentation of Local Business Entity status if claiming local preference. Questions are due August 11, 2026 to Rosina.Depasquale@phila.gov. Sealed quote opening will be held via Zoom immediately following the submission deadline.