Accelerated Water Main Replacement Program 5

This sealed‑bid contract calls for the complete replacement of approximately 12,000 linear feet of 8‑ to 12‑inch water main in the Metropolitan District’s service area, using new ductile‑iron pipe and including all associated service reconnections, renewals, appurtenances, and temporary road restoration. The work is to be performed by a qualified construction contractor under the standard ITB (Invitation to Bid) process, with a mandatory pre‑bid conference on January 10, 2023 and a bid submission deadline of January 26, 2023. The contract is overseen by The Metropolitan District, which will award the contract after review of sealed bids and a required 10 % bid security. • Scope: removal of existing water mains, installation of new ductile‑iron mains (8‑12 in.), service line work, and temporary pavement restoration. • Location: multiple sites across Connecticut, managed by The Metropolitan District (Hartford, CT). • Procurement: Open competition (ITB), mandatory pre‑bid conference, sealed bids, bid security of 10 % of the bid. • Timeline: Bid opening on 1/26/2023; award announced 6/27/2024; construction start expected after award.