The City of Worcester solicited on‑call vacuum excavation services for its Department of Public Works. The contract covers emergency (2‑hour response) and standard (up to 24‑hour notice) vacuum‑excavation work across the city for a one‑year period, with the possibility of two one‑year extensions. Contractors must provide a truck‑mounted hydrovac unit meeting specific pressure, water‑capacity, and tank‑size requirements, maintain 24‑hour coverage, and carry required insurance. Bids were evaluated on a unit‑price basis across five line items, and the contract was awarded to two vendors.
• Service scope: emergency and routine vacuum‑excavation, 4‑hour minimum per call, equipment specifications, 24‑hour response capability.
• Contract term: July 1 2026 – June 30 2027 (with up to two optional extensions).
• Procurement: sealed‑bid, full and open competition; award based on lowest grand total of hourly rates.