6" Water Main Gray Rd to Hazel Dell

The City of Carmel is soliciting sealed bids for the construction of a new 6‑inch HDPE water main extending approximately 2,600 ft from Gray Road to the Wastewater Treatment Plant at Hazel Dell, using directional drilling along 96th Street. The contract includes mobilization, pipe installation, necessary fittings, road repair, and inlet protection. Bidders must submit a bid bond (≥10 % of bid) and be prepared to furnish 100 % performance and payment bonds. The work is slated to start on 10/26/2026 and be completed by 12/18/2026. A mandatory pre‑bid conference is scheduled for 9/24/2026. • Scope: Directional drilling, 2,600 ft of 6″ HDPE water main, associated fittings, road restoration, and inlet protection. • Contract value: Estimated $500‑$900 k (based on typical HDPE installation costs). • Schedule: ~53 days (Oct 26 – Dec 18 2026). • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting 9/24/2026 (8:30 am). • Bid submission deadline 10/7/2026 (10:00 am) via OpenGov portal. • Required bonds: 10 % bid bond, 100 % performance & payment bonds. • Primary contact: Michael Hendricks, Assistant Utilities Director Planning.