TM 1789-Water Transmission Main Replacements

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans is requesting bids for water transmission main replacements throughout New Orleans and surrounding areas under Contract 2026-SWB-40 (TM1789), with bids due August 4, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Central Time. A 33 percent Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal applies.

The scope encompasses removal and disposal of existing pavement, curbs, sidewalks, and drainage structures; installation of new water mains ranging from 8 inches to 48 inches in diameter in PVC, Ductile Iron, and HDPE; installation of valves, fire hydrants, and water house connections; and restoration including concrete pavement, sidewalks, curbs, and landscaping. The unit price bid form contains over 100 line items with estimated quantities including 4,895 linear feet of 8-inch PVC water main, 3,180 linear feet of 30-inch ductile iron water main, 320.5 water house connection replacements, and 14 fire hydrants.

The contractor must achieve substantial completion within 365 calendar days from commencement. Minimum prevailing wage rates as published by the U.S. Department of Labor apply. Liquidated damages are $2,000 per calendar day for delays beyond the completion date. All bids must remain valid for 120 days or until final contract award. Bid security of 5 percent of the total bid amount is required in the form of a certified check, bank money order, or bid bond. The two lowest numerical bidders have three working days following bid opening to submit additional documentation including affidavits, economically disadvantaged business participation forms, and emergency contact procedures. The contract is subject to FEMA clauses, WIFIA required clauses, and Section 3 Plan requirements. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for July 15, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. CDT at the Carrollton Water Purification Plant, with virtual attendance available. The deadline for inquiries is July 21, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. CDT. Public bid opening and reading will occur at 11:30 a.m. on August 4 at the Sewerage and Water Board offices, 625 St. Joseph Street.