Requirements Contract to Furnish & Install Polyethylene Water Service Replacements

The City of Fresno is seeking a qualified contractor to perform reactive replacement of existing polyethylene water service lines with copper service lines under a one‑year requirements contract that may be extended up to two additional years. The contract calls for full service delivery—including material supply, excavation, installation, testing, traffic control, environmental compliance, and post‑installation restoration—on a variety of service sizes (1‑in., 1.5‑in., and 2‑in.) across the municipal water network. Bids must be submitted electronically via Planet Bids, accompanied by a 10 % bid deposit and required performance and payment bonds equal to 100 % of the contract amount. The contractor must hold a valid California Class “A” license (or both Class “C‑34” and “C‑36”), comply with prevailing‑wage regulations, and meet National Targeted Worker participation thresholds. • Scope: Replace polyethylene water service lines with copper, including excavation, backfill, traffic‑control, dust‑control, and restoration. • Contract length: 1 year with up to two one‑year extensions (plus a possible 12‑month temporary extension). • Financials: Estimated annual budget $3.12 M; required 10 % bid deposit, 100 % performance and payment bonds, and $1,500 per day liquidated damages for overruns. • Compliance: Must satisfy California labor‑code prevailing‑wage rules, National Targeted Worker (15 % first year, up to 40 % later), and local‑preference requirements. • Submission: Electronic bids via Planet Bids by 3 p.m. on 29 Sep 2026; pre‑bid meeting (optional) on 15 Sep 2026.