67680 - Tract 10 Lead Service Line and WMR

City Utilities of Fort Wayne is seeking a contractor to replace aging lead water service lines in Census Tract 10 and install new HDPE water mains using trenchless directional‑drilling methods. The scope includes roughly 400 individual service replacements and the placement of approximately 9,865 linear feet of HDPE pipe of varying diameters (2‑inch, 6‑inch, and 8‑inch), along with associated hydrants, valves, and connections. Bids must be submitted online; a pre‑bid conference (in‑person and virtual) will be held on 10 / 12 / 2026 to review project details and answer questions. • Replace ~400 lead service lines with new water services. • Install ~1,330 LF of 2‑inch, 7,147 LF of 6‑inch, and 1,388 LF of 8‑inch HDPE mains via horizontal directional drilling. • Provide all related appurtenances (hydrants, valves, connections) and coordinate with city utilities. • Online‑only bidding; $22 document fee and $42 electronic bid fee apply. • Pre‑bid conference on 10 / 12 / 2026 (in‑person at Citizens Square and via Zoom).