Highway 43 Pipeline Relocation Project

The Highway 43 Pipeline Relocation Project (PW2026-05) is a solicitation by the City of Shafter, California, for a contractor to provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to relocate a pipeline. The scope of work includes the installation of 8 inch DR18 C900 PVC and 12 inch restrained joint ductile iron pipe, a 24 inch cased crossing beneath Santa Fe Way using the jack and bore method, and the installation of gate valve assemblies and fire hydrants. The project must be completed within 45 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the total bid price. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the Office of the City Engineer by 11:00 AM on October 30, 2026. Required submission documents include a bid guarantee of at least 10 percent of the total bid price, a non-collusion declaration, and certifications regarding the Iran Contracting Act, workers compensation, and public works registration. The successful contractor must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price and adhere to Kern County prevailing wage rates. Project administration is led by Deputy Public Works Director Marcos Torres, with strict adherence required for AWWA testing standards and the 2010 Standard Specifications.