ITB# 25-016 Fairburn Water Main Relocation Project I-85 @ SR 74

The contract for the Fairburn Water Main Relocation Project at I-85 and SR 74 is a fixed-scope, fixed-price construction agreement issued through an Invitation to Bid (ITB# 25-016), with a total project duration of 120 days from the Notice to Proceed. It encompasses all labor, materials, and equipment necessary for relocating and installing water mains, including site work such as clearing, grading, trenching, pipe installation, culverts, fencing, landscaping, and erosion control, as detailed in the specifications and plans. The project emphasizes compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including OSHA safety standards, Georgia immigration laws, and City policies. Bidders must demonstrate proven experience with similar projects and provide references from at least three government or comparable clients. The procurement process requires submitting signed proposals via the Bidnet portal by October 7, 2025, with questions due by September 24, 2025. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to award the contract to the most responsible proposer in its best interest. The contractual framework incorporates extensive regulatory and compliance clauses, including nondiscrimination, drug-free workplace, immigration verification, and confidentiality provisions. It mandates the maintenance of detailed records for audit purposes, adherence to insurance and bonding requirements, and the designation of a qualified supervisor acceptable to the City. The contract emphasizes flexibility for modifications, with provisions for change orders, adjustments, and termination for convenience or default. It also incorporates a comprehensive set of exhibits and referenced documents, such as general conditions, specifications, responsibility determinations, affidavits, and plans, all forming part of the binding agreement. The project performance must meet specified quality standards, with inspections performed by the City’s authorized representatives at the project site, and acceptance contingent upon compliance with all specifications and applicable regulations. Administrative procedures stipulate that invoices be submitted to the City’s Finance Department, with detailed recordkeeping and audit rights retained by the City for up to four years post-completion. Overall, the contract establishes a rigorous framework designed to ensure high standards of performance, legal compliance, and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.