WDS-SS-PAV to serve Whispering Creek Addition (tied)

The City of Wichita's Public Works & Utilities Department is seeking sealed bids for a comprehensive infrastructure project serving the Whispering Creek Addition development, located north of 37th Street North and east of Woodlawn Boulevard. The procurement encompasses three tied infrastructure projects: water distribution system improvements (Project E4025), sanitary sewer system improvements (Project E4024), and 37th Street Court & Storm Sewer Drainage improvements (Project E4023). The project requires construction services, including site clearing, pipe installation, restoration, and drainage improvements across approximately 8.80 acres. Specific deliverables include installing 1,310 linear feet of 8-inch water line, 1,624 linear feet of 8-inch sanitary sewer pipe, two fire hydrant assemblies, twelve standard manhole structures, and comprehensive street and drainage infrastructure. Bidders must have a minimum of three years' experience in similar construction services and demonstrate capacity to meet bonding and insurance requirements. The sealed bids are due electronically through the City's Procurement Portal by 10:00 a.m. on January 2, 2026, with work to be completed within 120 total working days from the start date. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest and best total net bid from a responsible and responsive vendor.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. A bid bond equal to 5 percent of the total bid amount is required prior to bid opening, and the successful bidder must provide performance and labor and material payment bonds each equal to 100 percent of the contract value. Insurance requirements mandate that the City of Wichita be named as primary and non-contributory additional insured on general and automobile liability policies with minimum coverage limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the project involving water, sewer, and street improvements suggests a substantial investment. The project is not a state or federal aid contract, and bids may not be withdrawn for 60 days following the bid opening. All work must comply with the City of Wichita Standard Specifications, and contractors are required to restore disturbed right-of-way and adjacent private property to pre-construction conditions. The project contact is Tracy Jordan from the Public Works & Utilities Department, who can be reached at (316) 268-4419 or TJordan@wichita.gov for any additional inquiries.