Church Street/Gurries Drive Water Pipeline Replacement

The Church Street/Gurries Drive Water Pipeline Replacement project is a forecast infrastructure effort led by the City of Gilroy, California, focused on replacing aging water pipelines within public rights-of-way. The scope of work includes the installation of approximately 1,990 feet of 10-inch ductile iron pipeline on Church Street between Welburn Avenue and First Street, and 410 feet of 8-inch ductile iron pipeline on Gurries Drive between Hanna Street and Church Street, both utilizing open trench methods. Additionally, the project requires the installation of 60 feet of steel pipeline attached to the south side of the Church Street bridge across Miller Slough and the replacement of two water hydrants to meet current codes. All existing pipelines being replaced will be abandoned in place. Administratively, the project is managed by Utilities Director Heath McMahon and is currently in the environmental compliance phase, with filings submitted under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Documentation indicates the project is categorized under categorical exemptions, with official filings and fee payments processed through the Santa Clara County Clerk-Recorder’s Office and the Office of Planning and Research. The project is identified under NAICS code 237110, and while it is listed as a forecast, specific contract values, evaluation factors, and federal acquisition clauses are not applicable as it is a local public agency initiative.