First Street Between Shields and Princeton Avenues Water Main Replacement

The City of Fresno is seeking a qualified contractor to replace an aging 14‑inch PVC water main on North First Street (between Shields and Princeton Avenues) with approximately 1,600 linear feet of new 16‑inch ductile‑iron pipe, install a fire hydrant, and perform multiple water‑service and meter‑box transfers. The work includes extensive utility coordination, traffic‑control, environmental compliance (dust control plan and SWPPP), and adherence to prevailing‑wage and community‑workforce agreement requirements. The contract value is estimated at $1,279,930, with a 75‑working‑day construction schedule once the Notice to Proceed is issued. • Replace ~1,600 LF of 14‑in. PVC with 16‑in. Class 250 ductile‑iron water main. • Install fire hydrant, gate/ butterfly valves, water‑service and meter boxes, and perform service transfers. • Provide traffic‑control, site‑specific coordination (Bernie Elementary), dust‑control, SWPPP, and shoring/ground‑caving protection. • Full bonding (100 % performance & payment), insurance, and local‑preference/PLA compliance required. • Pre‑bid meeting on 25 Feb 2026 (Zoom); electronic bid submission via Planet Bids by 10 Mar 2026 3:00 PM.