Description
This solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to replace a 36‑inch water main and associated infrastructure within Cincinnati, Ohio. The work includes furnishing and installing ductile‑iron pipe and fittings, copper service lines, fire‑hydrant painting and flow testing, valve‑box installation, extensive excavation, and optional private lead‑service‑line replacement where homeowner agreements exist. The contractor must comply with Davis‑Bacon prevailing‑wage rates, provide required bonds and insurance, meet M/WBE subcontracting goals, and complete the project within 180 calendar days of notice to begin work.
• Install new ductile‑iron water main (4‑48 in.) and related copper service piping.
• Perform fire‑hydrant painting (color‑coded) and AWWA‑M‑17 flow testing, with final QA/QC reporting within two weeks of testing.
• Replace private lead service lines (allowance $1,500 per line) where homeowner agreements exist, with 100 % surety on this portion.
• Provide all required site safety, traffic control, and environmental compliance measures, and adhere to a strict schedule (start within 5 days, finish within 180 days).