6-Inch Water Main Isolation and Repair – 65 Ruggles Street

The Town of Florence, Arizona, through its Public Works Water Division, is soliciting quotes under solicitation number 27-018RFQ for the isolation and repair of a compromised 6-inch water main located in front of 65 Ruggles Street. The scope of work requires the contractor to install two 6-inch Insta-Valves to isolate the section, remove approximately 18 to 19 linear feet of compromised main, and replace it with new 6-inch C900 PVC pipe including all necessary fittings and restraints. The contractor is also responsible for backfilling and compacting excavations with ABC aggregate to the pavement subgrade, leaving the surface level and ready for asphalt restoration. All work must adhere to Town of Florence construction standards and water utility specifications, with strict coordination required with Town personnel for shutdowns and service restoration. Proposals must be submitted by November 11, 2026, at 12:00pm to Management Analyst Jennifer Shaffer. Key administrative requirements include maintaining a valid Town of Florence business license, providing a Certificate of Insurance naming the Town as additionally insured, and agreeing to the Town's Purchase Order terms and conditions. A bid bond is mandatory for any contractor utilizing subcontractors or non-owned materials. Legally, the contractor must certify compliance with Arizona Revised Statutes regarding the boycott of Israel and the use of forced labor of Ethnic Uyghurs, as well as federal immigration laws. Payment will be processed via email or mail to the Town's Accounts Payable department, provided that all invoices reference the applicable Purchase Order and contract numbers. No work may commence until a formal Notice to Proceed or Purchase Order has been issued.