State Street Water Pump Station Improvements

The City of Warwick, Rhode Island, through its Department of Public Works Water Division, is seeking bids for the State Street Water Pump Station Improvements project (Bid No. 2026-033). The procurement involves comprehensive demolition and reconstruction of an existing water pump station located at 4 State Street, requiring removal of current mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and installation of new water pumping infrastructure. Bidders must submit sealed proposals consisting of one original and two copies, with submissions due by 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 5, 2025. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 20, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at the project site, and electronic bid documents are available for download from BidNet Direct and the City of Warwick's website. The project has a projected contract duration of 550 consecutive calendar days, with key deliverables including the installation of two 12-inch insertion valves and a $50,000 utility relocation allowance. Evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the lowest responsive, responsible bidder who meets all specified requirements.

The procurement includes specific provisions for minority business enterprise participation and requires compliance with federal and state regulations, including prevailing wage rates and equal opportunity guidelines. Bidders must provide a bid security of 5% of their total bid and submit a Certificate of Good Standing from the Rhode Island Secretary of State. Disadvantaged and minority-owned businesses are encouraged to participate, with potential set-aside considerations. While no incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned, the project requires comprehensive documentation including workforce certifications, subcontractor information, and detailed project experience. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, with the project funded through the City of Warwick's budget. Though an exact award value is not specified, the project includes a base bid for pump station improvements and suggests a significant infrastructure investment for the local government.