Quail Drive Watermain Loop

The Town of Fraser in Grand County, Colorado, is seeking a contractor for the Quail Drive Watermain Loop project, a municipal infrastructure improvement initiative. The procurement involves installing approximately 367 linear feet of water main infrastructure, specifically 175 linear feet of 6" C900 PVC and 192 linear feet of 8" C900 PVC, along with comprehensive water system upgrades. Key project deliverables include valve replacements, installation of four 8" MJ gate valves, three 6" and nine 8" ductile iron waterline fittings, and associated system connections. Contractor qualifications include demonstrating three project references of similar work completed within the last five years, compliance with Colorado labor requirements mandating 80% local workforce, and ability to manage mobilization, sediment control, traffic management, and site restoration. The non-mandatory virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled for March 14th, 2025, at 1:00 pm, with sealed proposals due on April 3rd, 2025, by 2:00 pm through Bidnet Direct. The project requires substantial completion within 60 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with excavation restoration required prior to October 15th, and contractors must provide a 5% bid security.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the project does emphasize local labor participation with the requirement that 80% of workers be Colorado residents. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation. The project will be funded through municipal infrastructure budgeting, with the Town of Fraser serving as the primary contracting entity. Technical specifications require strict adherence to NSF/ANSI standards, with comprehensive testing protocols for water main installation, including pressure and leakage testing, tracer wire installation, and bacteriological testing. Contractors must obtain a CDPHE discharge permit for dewatering efforts and are expected to navigate complex utility easements and existing underground infrastructure. While a specific budget range is not provided, the detailed technical specifications and infrastructure scope suggest a significant municipal investment in water system improvements. The project drawings and specifications indicate a comprehensive approach to utility infrastructure, with careful consideration of local geological conditions and existing utility networks.