Lead Service Line Replacement - Third Party Administrator

The City of Cincinnati is seeking a third-party administrator to facilitate one-off lead service line replacements throughout the Greater Cincinnati Water Works service area. The successful offeror will be responsible for developing and implementing a process for one-off replacements, including maintaining a list of certified subcontractors, soliciting quotes, managing replacements, paying vendors, and invoicing the City monthly. The City aims to accelerate its lead service line replacement program, which has already replaced over 7,500 service lines to date. The program has a goal of replacing all lead service lines in the service area, with approximately 9,500 full lead service lines and 23,500 private-side only lead service lines remaining. Key aspects of the job include: • Developing and implementing a process for one-off lead service line replacements • Maintaining a list of certified subcontractors and soliciting quotes • Managing replacements and paying vendors • Invoicing the City monthly • Coordinating with the City's Department of Economic Inclusion to achieve subcontractor inclusion goals • Ensuring compliance with prevailing wage rates and other applicable laws and regulations