IFB 26-21 ONGOING PIPELINE REPLACEMENT (CIP WW26-12)

The City of Beaumont is soliciting bids to replace aging water‑distribution pipe at two municipal sites. The contractor will trench, remove existing copper laterals, install approximately 400 ft of Schedule 80 PVC pipe, install new ¼‑turn gate valves and air‑release/vacuum combo valves, provide pavement restoration, concrete collars, and all required traffic‑control, permitting, and environmental compliance. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bid and must be completed within a 60‑day performance period. • Replace existing copper water mains with Schedule 80 PVC (2‑in. & 3‑in.) • Install eight new gate valves and eight air‑release/vacuum combo valves with traffic‑rated covers • Provide full‑time traffic‑control, pavement/sidewalk repair, and storm‑water BMP compliance • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting (5 Nov 2026) and Q&A deadline (16 Nov 2026) • Bonds required: 10 % bid bond, 100 % performance & payment bonds; 5 % retainage