Description
This solicitation seeks pre‑qualified contractors to perform gas‑ and water‑pipeline renewal work across five sections of the City Utilities of Springfield network, funded by a PHMSA federal grant. The work includes replacing aging natural‑gas mains and water mains, installing new service lines, pressure testing, coordination with multiple utilities, traffic control, tree protection, and compliance with extensive environmental BMPs.
• Replace/upgrade gas mains (high‑pressure PLHP, EFV‑equipped) and water mains (HDPE) on sections A‑E, with ultimate completion dates ranging from April 2027 to September 2027.
• All work must follow City Utilities construction standards, MUTCD traffic‑control requirements, tree‑root protection guidelines, and a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
• Contractors must be pre‑qualified for natural‑gas and water distribution construction, provide a 5 % bid bond, performance/payment bonds (if > $50k), and meet Missouri prevailing‑wage and E‑Verify requirements.