21-16-C1ː On Call Services for Water System Repairs

This contract establishes an on‑call water‑system‑repair framework for the City of Fort Smith, enabling rapid response to pipe failures, service line issues, and associated civil works. The scope includes water‑line clamp and saddle installations, pavement and concrete removal, backfill and excavation, HDPE service‑line installation, water‑meter box supply and placement, fence and gate relocation, road and sidewalk construction, and related landscaping. Unit‑price bids were tabulated, indicating a competitive, open‑procurement process. The estimated aggregate cost for the primary bid is approximately $3.07 million, reflecting a substantial municipal infrastructure effort. • Covers emergency and routine repairs of water distribution infrastructure (pipes, meters, service connections). • Includes ancillary civil‑construction tasks such as pavement removal, trench safety, backfilling, and roadwork. • Utilizes unit‑price pricing; multiple line items are priced individually, allowing the city to call on the contractor as needed.