Description
The City of Salina is procuring contractors to replace aging water mains throughout the municipal system. The scope includes removal and replacement of valve boxes, provision of commercial‑grade topsoil, shoring per OSHA standards, and the option to install new ductile‑iron water mains either via open‑cut excavation or directional boring. Service line work requires Type K copper for short runs, and meter‑setter installations are covered under existing bid items. No new bid items are introduced for larger meters, and all specifications changes are limited to plan notes and the directional boring section.
• Replace water‑main ducts (ductile‑iron pipe) using Pressure Class 350 for ≤ 12‑in. and Class 250 for ≥ 16‑in.
• Provide and install shoring, topsoil, and roadway/sidewalk removal and replacement as required.
• Allow either open‑cut or directional‑drilling methods; contractor chooses preferred technique.
• Install meter‑setter pits and service lines per items 23‑26; adapters for < 1‑in. meters not supplied.