Year 4 Lead Service Line Replacement Program – Contract G (DCEO Grants)

The City of Elgin is soliciting bids for Contract G of its Year 4 Lead Service Line Replacement Program, funded partially by a DCEO grant. The contract involves removing and replacing approximately 125 lead service lines from the water main to interior meters throughout the city, along with all associated materials, labor, and compliance requirements (prevailing‑wage, domestic‑preference, and BEP participation). Bidders must submit a sealed electronic bid, a 5 % bid bond, and later a performance bond covering the full contract amount. A mandatory pre‑bid meeting is scheduled, and all questions must be submitted by the specified deadline. • Scope: Installation of ~125 lead service line replacements city‑wide, including excavation, pipe installation, connections, and back‑fill. • Funding: Partial DCEO grant – must meet 28 % BEP participation and apprenticeship requirements. • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting: 8:00 AM, 3 Nov 2026, at City Public Works (1900 Holmes Rd, Elgin, IL). • Bid submission: Electronic by 3:00 PM, 19 Nov 2026; includes 5 % bid bond, later a full contract bond. • Compliance: Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, 2 CFR 200.322 domestic‑preference, non‑discrimination policies. • Required attachments: Agreement, bond forms, BEP utilization plan, certifications, insurance, pricing sheet, etc. • Evaluation: Technical compliance, financial capability, BEP participation, and best value to the City.