ITB 2027-023 Directional Boring and Conduit Installation-Oak Park Apartments

The City of Salem, Virginia, is soliciting sealed bids under ITB 2027-023 for the installation of a new underground primary conduit system at Oak Park Apartments, located at 105 Otter Avenue. The scope of work includes approximately 1,300 linear feet of horizontal directional boring across seven bore runs, the installation of 1,400 linear feet of 2-inch conduit, and the placement of four transformer pads and four primary pull boxes. All work must be performed in accordance with the provided plans and comply with OSHA workplace standards, the National Electrical Safety Code, and the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual. The contract will be awarded to the lowest bidder based on the Total Bid Price, which includes a lump sum base bid and specific adders for soft and solid rock. Qualified bidders must hold a valid Virginia contractor license and demonstrate at least five years of experience in boring conduit. Submissions are due by 3:00 p.m. on December 17, 2026, and must include a 5% bid guarantee, a completed compliance checklist, and a detailed experience list. Once awarded, the successful contractor must provide a 100% performance bond. Work is to be performed Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. as a continuous project, with payment terms set at Net 30 upon completion and acceptance of the work.