Description
The City of Cincinnati is seeking a qualified contractor to construct the East Branch Ohio River Interceptor (EBORI) Extension along Gest Street, featuring a 2,100‑foot, 108‑inch diameter storm‑sewer tunnel, launch and receiving shafts, and associated ground‑improvement, utility relocation, and hazardous‑material handling. The work includes micro‑tunneling, concrete shaft construction, jet‑grouting, de‑watering, and extensive testing, with a mandatory pre‑bid meeting and strict SBE participation requirements. The contract will be awarded on a lowest‑and‑best‑responsive‑bid basis and includes retainage, escrow, and performance‑bond obligations.
• Install 2,100 LF of 108‑in. storm‑sewer pipe and construct launch/receiving shafts.
• Perform ground‑improvement, jet‑grouting, de‑watering, and hazardous‑material disposal (allowance of $200k for hazardous waste).
• Provide TBM mobilization, specialized testing, CCTV inspections, and comply with Ohio prevailing‑wage and SBE goals.