2026 RFB-26 Chamber Springs Water System

This solicitation concerns the complete construction of the Chamber Springs Water System, including new water lines, valves, service meters, air/vacuum valves, appurtenances, and related restoration work throughout Benton County, Arkansas. The project is a single‑prime, sealed‑bid, firm‑fixed‑price contract requiring compliance with a suite of federal, state, and local regulations (ARPA, ACEDP, BABA, AIS, DBE/MBE/WBE, and Executive Order 11246). Bidders must be SAM‑registered, free of exclusions, and possess appropriate Arkansas licensing. The bid packet is available for purchase from Crist Engineers for $25 per set, and the deadline for sealed bids is June 16 2026, 1:30 PM. The contract was ultimately awarded to Steelworx Industrial Group. • Scope: Full water‑distribution infrastructure upgrade/expansion (lines, valves, meters, appurtenances, restoration). • Requirements: Extensive socioeconomic and “Buy‑America” compliance, bid security, and licensing. • Procurement: Single‑prime sealed bid with public opening; full and open competition.