2027 & 2028 On-Call Lead Water Service Line Replacement

The City of Aurora, Illinois, is soliciting bids under solicitation number 26-106 for the 2027 and 2028 On-Call Lead Water Service Line Replacement project. The scope of work involves the full replacement of lead water service lines from the water main to the water meter, including all necessary restoration, the removal and plugging of abandoned services, and the installation of miscellaneous appurtenances. The contract is designed for an initial term of two years, with a mutual option to extend for one additional year. Work must be performed according to City of Aurora General Specifications, IDOT standards, and ASTM standards, with the Engineer serving as the authority for quality and acceptability. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive responsible bidder based on specifications and bidder qualifications. Bids must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by October 30, 2026, and must include a signed terms and conditions acknowledgment, contact information, references, and a subcontractor list. While performance and payment bonds are not required, the successful contractor must maintain insurance for public liability, property damage, and workers compensation. Payment is processed via invoices submitted to the owner through the engineer, with partial payments limited to 90 percent of the work value and requiring a sworn statement of subcontractors and suppliers. Standard working hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with strict restrictions against work on Sundays and federal or city holidays without prior written approval.