Citywide Utility Line Opening (ULO) Borings

The City of Madison is soliciting bids for Citywide Utility Line Opening (ULO) Borings under solicitation number 14093-0-2025. The project involves the continuous and expeditious performance of boring services at various designated locations throughout Wisconsin. The contract is structured on a task-order basis using fixed unit pricing for components such as mobilization, street types, utility depths ranging from 0 to over 12 feet, and various restoration materials including terrace, asphalt, and concrete. Awards have been noted for Capitol Underground and RG Huston based on a comparative bid summary of these unit prices. Bidders must submit a comprehensive package including a signature affidavit, vendor profile, cost proposal, and references by the extended deadline of January 9, 2026. Evaluation is based on responsiveness, responsibility, and the overall advantage to the City, typically awarding to the lowest responsible bidder. Contractors are subject to strict compliance requirements, including a 90-day warranty on workmanship, specific insurance coverages for general and professional liability, and affirmative action obligations for firms with 15 or more employees and over $50,000 in annual business with the City. Additionally, the contract mandates a ban-the-box hiring policy and prohibits weapons on City property.