WDS SS Improvements Cottonwood Creek Estates Ph 2

The City of Wichita, located in Sedgwick County, Kansas, is soliciting bids for construction services related to water distribution system (WDS) and sanitary sewer (SS) improvements in Cottonwood Creek Estates Phase 2. The procurement involves two distinct project groups: Group 1 (E5174) encompasses water line work including 1,658 linear feet of 8-inch water line pipe, 15 linear feet of 8-inch DICL pipe, three fire hydrant assemblies, two blowoff valve assemblies, and five 8-inch gate valve assemblies. Group 2 (E5173) focuses on sanitary sewer work, including 2,377 linear feet of 8-inch sanitary sewer pipe, 16 vertical 4-inch riser assemblies, two adjusted sanitary sewer manholes, nine standard 4-foot sanitary sewer manholes, and associated connection and testing activities. Bidders must submit sealed electronic proposals through the City's Procurement Portal by 10:00 a.m. on December 5, 2025. The project timeline includes a 30-calendar day period after contract award, with an overall project completion expectation of 40 working days. Evaluation will be based on the lowest and best total net bid from a responsible and responsive vendor, with final approval by City Council.

The solicitation does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications, including three years of experience providing similar services and registration with the Kansas Secretary of State. The contract requires a 5 percent bid bond and mandates performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract value. Contractors must obtain a Kansas Sales Tax Exemption Certificate and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 per occurrence commercial general liability, comprehensive automobile liability, and workers' compensation insurance. While specific budget details are not provided, the extensive infrastructure work suggests a significant project value. The contract is a standalone project with no renewal options, and bidders cannot withdraw their proposals for 60 days following the bid opening. All work must comply with the City of Wichita Standard Specifications and applicable local, state, and federal guidelines, ensuring rigorous quality and compliance standards for the infrastructure improvements.