The City of Toledo is soliciting qualified contractors to perform “kills” (de‑commissioning, removal, and repair) of existing sewer and water infrastructure as part of its Urban Beautification and Land Bank program. The work includes removal and replacement of sanitary, storm and combined sewer sections, water mains, manholes, catch‑basin castings, and associated conduit, pavement, and drainage work. Bidders must submit an electronic bid through PlanetBids, include a bid guaranty (cashier’s check or bond), and provide all required city, annual, and project paperwork. The contract is subject to prevailing‑wage and living‑wage requirements, requires performance and payment bonds for contracts ≥ $40,000, and a Project Labor Agreement for contracts ≥ $100,000. The award period is one year with two optional one‑year extensions.
• Scope: sewer/water line de‑commissioning, manhole/catch‑basin removal, conduit installation, pavement restoration, and related utility work.
• Mandatory submissions: line‑item pricing, bid guaranty (5 % of bid), signed contract, tax exemption certificate, and extensive city/annual/project paperwork.
• Compliance: prevailing‑wage, living‑wage, EEO, debarment, insurance, workers’ compensation, and DBE/MBE reporting.