IW Force Main Replacement #2715

The City of Yakima’s Wastewater Department issued a competitive bid for the replacement of an existing force main (Project No. WF2715). The scope includes mobilization, trench excavation with safety systems, utility locate, force‑main installation, outfall crossing, and subsequent HMA pavement repair and crushed‑surfacing. Seven qualified contractors submitted bids; the Engineer of Record recommended INTERWEST CONSTRUCTION, INC. as the awardee with a total bid of $295,223 (including tax). The bid opening occurred on May 21 2026, the engineer’s recommendation was made on May 28 2026, and the City Manager’s intent to award was signed on June 5 2026. • Scope: force‑main replacement, trench safety, utility locate, outfall crossing, pavement restoration. • Competitive process: 7 bidders, 5 % bid bond required for at least two firms. • Recommended award: INTERWEST CONSTRUCTION, INC. with a $295k bid (including 8.5 % sales tax). • Timeline: bids opened May 21 2026; award recommendation May 28 2026; intent to award June 5 2026.