Invitation for Bid Replacement of Water Services

The Town of Saugus is seeking bids to replace approximately 60 aging water service lines made of lead, galvanized iron, or lead-lined materials throughout the municipality. The project requires exploratory excavations to identify suspect lines prior to replacement, ensuring only confirmed hazardous or degraded pipes are addressed. All necessary work, including excavation, installation of new service lines, and restoration of affected areas, must be completed in accordance with local regulations and standards. Permits and rights of entry will be secured by the contractor as part of the scope of work. The solicitation, identified as BD-26-1322-DPW08-DPW08-132146, was posted on August 6, 2026, with bids due by 6:00 PM on August 27, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 237110 for Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction and is managed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Works, Office DPW08. Bids must be submitted through the official Commbuys platform, and inquiries should be directed to Purchaser Michelle Wendell, the primary point of contact. Work is to be performed at locations throughout Main Street in Saugus, Massachusetts, with all activities confined to the designated town right-of-way and property boundaries.