Water Street Flooding Improvements

The City of Dover is soliciting bids for the "Water Street Flooding Improvements" project (Bid Number 26-0013WW). Here are the key details: **Bid Submission:** * Sealed bids must be submitted with one paper copy and one electronic copy (CD/DVD or flash drive) by February 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time. * Bids must be sent to the City of Dover Procurement Office, 710 William Street, Dover, DE 19904. **Pre-Bid Meeting:** * A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on February 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the JW Pitts Center, 10 Electric Avenue, Dover, DE 19904. **Bid Requirements:** * Vendors must complete an Intent to Bid notice and send it via email or fax by February 12, 2026. * A bid bond or certified check equivalent to 10% of the proposal amount is required. * A performance bond will be required from the successful bidder for the full amount of the contract. **Evaluation and Award:** * The contract will be awarded to the bidder who is determined to be most advantageous to the City within 90 days of the bid opening. * The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive technicalities, or proceed with the work otherwise. **Preferences:** * Minority, women, veteran, service-disabled, veteran, and individuals with disabilities owned vendor preference will be considered (3% of the value of the award). * Local vendor preference will be considered (3% of the annual value of the award) for vendors located within the city limits of Dover, Kent County, or the State of Delaware. **Other Requirements:** * Vendors must provide references and may be subject to verification of their ability to perform the contract requirements. * The City reserves the right to request corrections, clarifications, and/or additional information from bidders. * All prices must be held firm for a minimum of 90 days from the date of the bid opening. **Contact Information:** * Questions and requests for information should be directed to Barry Wolfgang, Contract and Procurement Manager, at (302) 736-7795 or [email protected].