Underground Utility Construction

Martin County is soliciting competitive bids from licensed contractors for a comprehensive underground utility construction and maintenance contract. The procurement opportunity focuses on water and sewer system services, requiring contractors to provide complete labor, materials, equipment, and technical expertise for installation, repair, and maintenance activities. Specific scope elements include force main, gravity sewer, water main, valve, and water meter installation and repair, encompassing both underground and above-grade water and sanitary sewer work. Contractors must demonstrate the capability to provide emergency response services continuously, with 24/7/365 availability for urgent repair needs. The bid is scheduled to be open from August 8, 2025, with proposals due by September 10, 2025, requiring interested contractors to prepare detailed submissions demonstrating their technical capabilities, emergency response protocols, and comprehensive utility infrastructure expertise.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents, contractors must hold appropriate licensing for utility construction work in Florida. The contract appears to be structured as an as-needed service agreement, suggesting potential multiple award possibilities with variable service requirements. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and no specific budget range is outlined in the available documentation. Interested contractors will need to possess significant technical infrastructure knowledge, demonstrate robust emergency response capabilities, and show proven experience in municipal water and sewer system construction and maintenance. Qualification criteria will likely include verifiable licensing, safety records, previous municipal utility project experience, and the ability to rapidly mobilize resources for emergency infrastructure repairs across Martin County.