Wasatch Hollow Outfall Redesign

Salt Lake County Department of Public Works and Municipal Services, Flood Control Engineering Division is requesting bids for general contracting services on the Wasatch Hollow Outfall Redesign project at 1499 S 1700 E, Salt Lake City, Utah, with bids due October 9, 2026. A pre-bid web conference is required; attendance is mandatory to receive connection information.

The scope includes modifying the existing outlet and overflow structure at the Wood Hollow detention pond, installing a new overflow and outlet storm drain pipe (30-inch reinforced concrete pipe for 456 linear feet) routed through the park and connected to the existing system in 1700 S, and improving components inside the outlet structure including new gates and linkage. The bid schedule comprises 38 base bid items and 2 additive bid items covering mobilization, traffic control, construction survey, clearing and grubbing, inlet structures, emergency spillway basin (43 cubic yards), slide gates, manhole installation (3 units), fencing, and electrical components for gate actuators. Bidders must satisfy themselves regarding subsurface and groundwater conditions; no geotechnical reports or subsurface exploration data are provided.

Bidders must hold required licensing from the Utah State Department of Commerce and submit performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the bid amount, along with certificates of insurance as specified. Subcontractors cannot represent more than 75 percent of the total contract value without prior written owner approval. Mobilization costs are capped at 10 percent of the total bid. A bid bond of at least 5 percent of the total bid amount must accompany each submission.

Bids will be evaluated on a lump sum and unit price basis, with award to the lowest qualified, responsible, and responsive bidder. The County reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Contract time will be established upon Notice to Proceed, with substantial completion required within the specified calendar days. Liquidated damages for late contract completion and punch list completion will be determined by the County prior to award.