LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PHASE 11B

The City of Rockford’s Water Department is seeking qualified contractors to replace lead service lines for Phase 11B of its multi‑phase infrastructure upgrade. Bidders must submit a complete bid package by the closing date, including required forms, bonds, and affidavits. The project will commence after the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) loan approval, anticipated in early spring 2027. No construction start date is defined, and a mandatory pre‑bid meeting was held (date not disclosed). Successful bidders will be responsible for the full scope of lead pipe removal, replacement with approved materials, site restoration, and compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. • Bid No.: 826‑W‑077 • Title: Lead Service Line Replacement Phase 11B • Publication: 08/31/2026; Closing: 10/19/2026 11:00 AM • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting (date not listed) • Required attachments: IDOT forms, bid bond, affidavits, etc. • Funding via IEPA loan (Phase 11B loan # L17‑7971) • Anticipated Notice to Proceed: early spring 2027 • Scope: removal of existing lead service lines, installation of new water‑safe lines, testing, and site cleanup.