The City of Cincinnati is seeking bids for the Western Hills Pump Sup. Phase 1 project, which involves furnishing all materials, labor, and equipment necessary to install ductile iron pipe and fittings, copper pipe and fittings, and other work necessary or incidental to the installation of the proposed water main. The estimated quantities are approximate only and shall not govern the amount required during the contract period. Bidders must submit bids electronically through the City's Vendor Self Service website and must be registered to submit a bid. The bid must include all charges for delivery, packing, crating, containers, etc.
• The project requires the bidder to provide a bid bond, deposit of cash, or certified check in the amount of not less than ten percent (10%) of the total amount of the bid.
• The contractor shall start work within five (5) calendar days from receipt of written notice to begin work.
• The contractor shall secure delivery of all equipment and materials required and shall complete on-site work within One Hundred and Twenty (120) calendar days from receipt of notice to begin work.
• The City reserves the right to waive informalities not inconsistent with law or to reject any or all bids.
• The City reserves the right to accept any item in the bid, unless otherwise specified in the Bid Document.
• The contractor shall indemnify, defend, and save the City, its agents, and employees harmless from and against any and all losses, damages, settlements, costs, charges, professional fees, or other expenses or liabilities of every kind and character arising out of or relating to any and all claims, liens, demands, obligations, actions, proceedings, or causes of action of every kind and character in connection with or arising directly or indirectly out of errors or omissions or negligent acts by the contractor, including by the contractor's employees and agents in the performance of this Agreement.