Distribution Getaway Duct Bank Bore at East Village subst

The contract involves the complete construction of approximately 342 linear feet of 36-inch jack-and-bore installation with 12-5 inch carrier pipes grouted within the casing, under groundwater conditions, along with 386 linear feet of 12-5 inch open-cut duct bank, 79 linear feet of 2-5 inch open-cut duct bank, and two 12’x12’ manholes. All work requires full erosion and sedimentation control measures and revegetation, with Austin Energy responsible for installing conductors upon project completion. The contractor must furnish all labor, tools, materials, equipment, and incidental items necessary for execution, adhering to City of Austin Standard Specifications, TxDOT standards, and ASTM standards for materials such as reinforced concrete pipe, PVC piping, and fittings. Pipe and fittings must be permanently marked at intervals according to ASTM D 3034 and F 679, and tracer tape must be color-coded per APWA standards and encapsulated in a protective inert plastic jacket. Corrugated metal pipe must be properly marked and repaired if damaged. No federal FAR clauses are applicable; instead, the contract relies on municipal forms for non-discrimination, Title VI assurances, performance bonds, and payment bonds. The work is subject to on-site inspection and acceptance by the Owner’s Representative, with compliance verified through testing against ASTM E-329 and Texas Administrative Code requirements for infiltration and exfiltration. The contract follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable award methodology, with selection based on the lowest responsible bid meeting all technical and compliance requirements. Performance is restricted to the project site, with no specified FOB terms or delivery schedule provided beyond the requirement to furnish and install all components to readiness. The contract requires submission of an MBE/WBE compliance plan and affirmative good faith efforts to utilize certified minority or woman-owned businesses, with supporting documentation including insurance and wage theft prevention certifications. All bids must be submitted electronically via the Austin Finance Online eResponse portal by the deadline of August 20, 2026. Proposal submissions must be organized into multiple volumes, including separate binding for compliance documentation. Insurance requirements include participation in a Rolling Owner Controlled Insurance Program, coverage meeting A.M. Best standards, and naming the City as additional insured with primary, non-contributory coverage. Bonding is mandatory through forms requiring completed bond amounts and project details. No UEI or CAGE codes are required; vendor identification uses local City of Austin systems. Special provisions,