Plumbers For Replacement of Lead Service Lines

The City of Cincinnati’s Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW) is seeking to pre‑qualify plumbing contractors capable of replacing lead service lines (LSL) on private property. Contractors must be able to replace lead‑line sections with type‑K copper, using trenchless methods where feasible, and handle both public‑side and private‑side work or a full‑scope combination. The scope includes installation of new curb stops, insulators, meter settings, and complete site restoration, with strict timelines (21 calendar days for standard jobs, 7 days for emergencies). Vendors must be registered in the City’s Vendor Self‑Service portal, possess an Ohio plumbing license (or equivalent), maintain required insurance and bonding, and submit a Statement of Qualifications by the June 18 2027 deadline. The RFQ also mandates compliance with DEI‑147 filing, utility coordination, and provision of spare parts on‑site. • Replace lead service lines with copper using trenchless or open‑cut methods. • Work may involve public‑side, private‑side, or full‑scope options, each with specific material and restoration requirements. • Contractors must hold the appropriate licenses, insurance (CGL $1 M, Auto $1 M, Umbrella $1 M), and bonding capability, and be registered in the City’s VSS system. • Submission deadline is June 18 2027; pre‑qualification term is 1 year with two optional one‑year renewals.