200 LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENTS

City of Milwaukee is seeking qualified contractors to replace 200 lead service lines throughout the city using trenchless methods. Work includes removal of existing lead piping, installation of new copper service lines, meter setting upgrades, site restoration, and associated traffic, erosion, and safety controls. The project is scheduled to begin in early December 2026 and must be substantially completed by late May 2027, with full restoration by early June 2027. Bidders must provide a 10% bid bond and comply with extensive SBE, residency, apprenticeship, and payment monitoring requirements. • Replace approximately 200 lead water service lines (public and private side) with copper pipe via trenchless techniques. • Provide mobilization, site restoration, water filter pitcher distribution, and meter setting services. • Meet strict scheduling, SBE (25% participation), Resident Preference (40% worker hours), and apprenticeship (specific trades) obligations, with liquidated damages of $1,000 per day for delays.