IFB 2027-027 CSO 70 SEWER IMPROVEMENTS

The City of Lynchburg, Virginia, is soliciting bids for the CSO 70 Sewer Improvements project, which is funded by the Virginia Clean Water Revolving Loan Fund. The scope of work involves installing approximately 1,200 linear feet of new 24-inch interceptor sewers, abandoning existing 12-inch interceptor sewers, and replacing 15-inch and 30-inch sewer sections. Additionally, the project requires the replacement of the CSO 70 regulator with a new system featuring solids and floatable control functions to reduce overflow volume and trash discharge. The construction will take place across private properties and involves complex work within wetlands, creeks, and areas crossing underneath railroad tracks. Key deliverables include the installation of a bar screen within the regulator chamber and the maintenance of sewer flows and bypasses throughout the construction period. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a submission deadline of December 8, 2026. Bidders must provide a bid bond for 5 percent of the base bid amount and submit a comprehensive package including statements of experience, available resources, and corporate status. The project is subject to strict federal and state regulations, including Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates, the Build America, Buy America Act for domestic preference of iron and steel, and various non-discrimination and drug-free workplace certifications. Payment is structured with a 5 percent retention until final acceptance by the owner, with monthly notarized applications for payment submitted in triplicate. All work must adhere to the City of Lynchburg Manual of Specifications and Standard Details, as well as specific ASTM and ACI standards for concrete and reinforcing steel.