Waterline Replacement

The Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust (OCWUT) is seeking bids for a waterline replacement project (WC-1123) across five separate locations in Oklahoma City, with a specific focus on infrastructure improvement. The project requires a prequalified Water Pipeline Contractor "C" and involves installing approximately 380 linear feet of water lines ranging from 6-inch to 8-inch diameter at various addresses. Specific locations include 8617 Hillcrest Drive, 12109 Greenwick Drive, 609 SW 63rd Terrace, 1623 N Page Avenue, and 27 SW 29th Street. Deliverables include complete waterline replacement, including waterline abandonment, bore and steel encasement, pipe installation, valve replacements, and service connections. The project also requires comprehensive site restoration, utility coordination, and adherence to erosion control standards. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 6, 2025, at 4:00 PM, with electronic bid submissions due by 10:00:00 AM on August 20, 2025. The contract completion time is set at 150 calendar days, and bidders must submit detailed documentation including anti-collusion affidavits and business relationship affidavits.

The procurement emphasizes local business participation through the Small, Local and Minority Business Utilization Program, potentially creating opportunities for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must provide a maintenance bond for two years at 100% of the contract amount and comply with Oklahoma City Standard Specifications for Construction of Public Improvements. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project requires comprehensive technical compliance, including specific requirements for pipe materials, tracer wires, and restrained joints. The Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust reserves the right to reject any or all bids, with the contract expected to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all prequalification and documentation requirements. Though a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the project's complexity and multiple location interventions suggest a substantial infrastructure investment. Contractors will be responsible for detailed site management, including storm water pollution prevention, utility protection, traffic control, and post-construction restoration to match or improve existing conditions.