2026-28 Electric Infrastructure Reconducts

The City of Covington, Georgia, is soliciting proposals under RFP #2026-28 for the reconduct of three-phase overhead utility lines across three separate projects. The scope of work includes Project 1 at Cornish Creek Newtonsboro Road, Project 2 at Elm and Reynold Streets, and Project 3 involving Eagle and Goldar General locations. The selected contractor will provide all labor, equipment, and coordination for the installation of poles, crossarms, conductors, and hardware, while the City will supply all materials. All work must be completed by May 31, 2027, and must adhere to first-quality workmanship and standard utility practices. Proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes, including one USB drive copy, to the Covington Utility Complex by 10:00am on November 24, 2026. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for November 9, 2026. Submission requirements include a 5% bid bond, a non-collusion affidavit, and verification of compliance with the Illegal Immigration Reform and Enforcement Act of 2011. The awarded contractor must provide payment and performance bonds for 100% of the contract amount within ten days of notification and maintain comprehensive general liability, automobile liability, and worker's compensation insurance with limits of at least $1,000,000. Evaluation will be based on experience, personnel certifications, project approach, cost reasonableness, safety records, and references.