Huntington Blvd Water Main Replacement Project

The Village of Hoffman Estates contracted for the replacement of an approximately 2,800‑foot 18‑inch HDPE water main along Huntington Boulevard, including associated fire hydrants, valve vaults, and extensive site restoration. The project requires horizontal directional drilling, compliance with IDOT road‑construction standards, strict environmental safeguards for wetlands, and adherence to Illinois prevailing‑wage and apprenticeship rules. The contract was awarded through sealed‑bid competition and is priced on a unit‑price basis per foot of pipe and per item for ancillary works. • Scope: HDPE directional‑drilled water main (≈2,800 ft), fire hydrant/valve installation, erosion control, backfill, traffic‑control, testing, and final restoration. • Timeline: Bids due 4 Nov 2024; construction must be completed by 5 Sep 2025, with a 30‑day notice before start and a 9‑week construction window after mobilization. • Requirements: Minimum 5 years HDD experience (6 qualifying projects), equipment capable of ≥15,000 ft‑lb torque and 120,000 lb pull‑back, bid‑bond (5 % of bid), prevailing‑wage compliance, and documented apprenticeship participation.