TMF Grant Water Service investigation

The state of Michigan, specifically Oakland County, is seeking bids for a TMF (Technical, Managerial, and Financial) Grant Water Service Investigation project for the City of Clawson. The procurement involves investigating water service material types for 678 water services across public and private properties, with the primary objective of identifying lead service lines as part of a Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) grant program. Contractors must conduct a three-point documentation process for each water service, documenting material at the public side, private side, and within 18 inches of the building interior. Bidders are required to have a minimum of five years of experience in the specified work and must provide comprehensive documentation, including photographic evidence using a specific GIS phone application. The project includes associated tasks such as pavement removal, sidewalk restoration, traffic control, and site cleanup. Sealed bids will be received until 10:30 AM on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at the City of Clawson's offices, with substantial work completion expected by May 1, 2026, and final completion by June 5, 2026. Contractors must provide bid security of 5% of their total bid and comply with Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with the City reserving the right to accept or reject any bids. The maximum bid amount for mobilization is set at $52,700, and payment will be structured on a per-unit basis for different investigation and restoration components. While the document does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, it emphasizes the need for qualified contractors with substantial experience in water service investigations. The project is funded through an EGLE Community Technical, Managerial, and Financial Grant, indicating potential limitations on contractor eligibility based on grant requirements. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. The comprehensive nature of the investigation, including documentation of water service materials across public and private properties, suggests a thorough approach to identifying and potentially replacing lead service lines in the City of Clawson.