Sewer Cleanout Deletion in the Sun Spot Neighborhood

The City of Gunnison is seeking qualified contractors to execute the Sewer Cleanout Deletion project in the Sun Spot neighborhood, located in Colorado's Grand County. This procurement is a single lump sum contract for removing 11 sewer service line cleanouts to improve infrastructure functionality and address inflow and infiltration (I&I) concerns. The project requires comprehensive services including excavation, cleanout removal, line repair, site restoration, traffic and safety management, and detailed documentation reporting. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (RMEPS) by March 20, 2025, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time, with a 60-day bid acceptance period. Bidders must provide complete bid form sections, demonstrate business authorization in Colorado, and acknowledge potential addenda. The project is scheduled for completion in April 2025, with substantial completion targeted for April 25, 2025, and final payment preparation by April 30, 2025. The City will award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder and reserves the right to reject any or all submissions.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Contractors must be qualified to perform complex sewer infrastructure modification work, with specific capabilities in excavation, line repair, and site restoration. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the city will provide pipes, fittings, and a community communication plan as part of the project support. The contract includes potential liquidated damages of $2,500 per day for delays beyond specified completion dates, and progress payments will be made monthly with 95% of completed work value retained until substantial completion. Though the exact contract value is not specified in the documents, the project involves precise technical work across 11 service line locations with varying site conditions, including fence removal and work in winter terrain. The City of Gunnison is exempt from Colorado state sales and use taxes on materials and equipment to be incorporated into the work, which may provide some cost advantages for the winning bidder.