Description
The Town of Chapel Hill is seeking competitive sealed bids to replace an existing variable‑size storm‑water culvert at 116 North Street with a new 36‑inch reinforced‑concrete pipe, including removal of the old pipe, grout and abandonment of the portion under a residence, and adjustments to adjacent sanitary‑sewer and water‑line utilities. The work must be performed under a 120‑day contract period after issuance of the Notice to Proceed, with mandatory attendance at the pre‑bid conference. Key points:
• Mandatory pre‑bid conference on August 26, 2026 (attendance required for eligibility).
• Bid deadline extended to September 23, 2026, 2 PM; contract award expected October 23, 2026.
• Scope includes culvert removal, concrete pipe installation, utility relocations (water main, electric), shoring, and site restoration.
• Contractor must provide a 5 % bid bond, full performance and payment bonds, and meet insurance requirements ( $1 M CGL, workers’ comp $100 k/ $500 k).
• Liquidated damages of $500 per day for late substantial completion; warranty periods up to 10 years for structural defects.