2025 Water Main Replacements

This contract involves the replacement of approximately 1,650 feet of 8‑inch ductile‑iron water main and 360 feet of 6‑inch ductile‑iron main with polyethylene wrap along Mari Lane Drive and Alpine Court, plus associated roadway restoration, pressure testing, and disinfecting. The Chelan Public Utility District (Chelan PUD) issued the solicitation (24‑14088) on April 10 2025, opened bids on May 6 2025 at 2:00 pm, and awarded the job to SE Inc. (dba Smith Excavation) for $587,380. The project is a modest‑sized water‑infrastructure upgrade in central Washington, suitable for firms specializing in excavation, pipe‑laying, and water‑utility construction. • Scope: Ductile‑iron water‑main replacement, polyethylene encasement, road restoration, testing, and disinfecting. • Budget: Agency’s ballpark estimate $675 k; awarded contract $587,380. • Competition: Open bid with five local bidders, award to a single vendor.