Emergency Sanitary Sewer Repair at 8535 Lakewood Avenue in the City of Gary, IN

The Gary Sanitary District has issued solicitation 2026-RFP-057 for emergency sanitary sewer repairs located at 8535 Lakewood Avenue in Gary, Indiana. The project scope requires the removal and replacement of approximately 56 linear feet of 15-inch diameter pipe with PVC SDR 35 between Manhole No. 4489, which has a sewer invert depth of approximately 32.0 feet, and Manhole No. 4490, which has an invert depth of approximately 24.8 feet. The work involves deep excavation, shoring, backfilling, and pavement restoration, including the replacement of any damaged concrete sidewalks or driveway slabs. Upon completion, the contractor must perform a CCTV inspection with audio following NASCO standards and provide a one-year guarantee that the roadway will not be affected by the sewer extension. Proposals must be submitted by October 1, 2026, via the OpenGov portal or in person to the procurement department. The contract will be awarded to the lowest proposer capable of commencing work immediately upon the issuance of the Notice to Proceed and completing all tasks within 60 days. Qualified bidders must provide a valid contractor and business license, a certificate of insurance, and various diversity certifications such as MBE, WBE, or DBE. Additionally, contractors are responsible for securing necessary permits, including stormwater and road cut permits, and must adhere to strict technical specifications and the City of Gary infrastructure standards. Weekly certified payrolls and a detailed project schedule are required administrative deliverables throughout the performance period.