2026 Morgan Hill Water Main Replacement Project

The City of Morgan Hill is soliciting sealed bids for the replacement of two 8‑inch water mains, associated valves, and service connections at the Oak Canyon Tank access road and Circle Lane. The work includes abandonment of existing mains and valves, installation of new ductile‑iron pipe, new 1‑inch service lines to meter boxes, valve installations, trench backfill, slurry seal, and full surface restoration. The contractor must hold a valid California A‑General Engineering license, be registered with the DIR, provide a 10 % bid bond, and furnish performance and payment bonds for 100 % of the contract price. The project must be completed within 75 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed, with an estimated construction cost of $450,000. • Scope: demolition, removal, and abandonment of existing water mains/valves; install new 8″ water main, new 1″ services, new valves, and blow‑off valves. • Location: Morgan Hill, CA – Access Road to Oak Canyon Tank and Circle Lane (95037). • Schedule: Bid opening Oct 20 2026; work anticipated to start Jan 2027; 75‑day completion period. • Requirements: CA A‑General Engineering license, DIR registration, 10 % bid security, performance & payment bonds, prevailing‑wage compliance. • Estimated cost: $450,000 (contractor profit typically 10‑15%).