Manhole Relocation and 8 Sewer Line Replacement at 2025 Webb Blvd

The contract involves relocating and replacing a section of sanitary sewer infrastructure on Webb Blvd in Havelock, North Carolina. Specifically, it requires the removal of an existing manhole (B-9), installation of a new manhole approximately 170 feet west, and the replacement of about 170 linear feet of 8-inch PVC SDR 35 sanitary gravity sewer pipe from the new manhole to the Brown Lift Station. The project must be completed within 45 days of the Notice to Proceed, with work hours limited to standard daytime hours on weekdays, and includes roadway restoration and pavement resurfacing. The work must meet applicable standards such as ASTM C1244 for manhole vacuum testing and ASTM D3040 for pipe alignment, with inspections conducted at the project site, and testing overseen by the City and third-party inspectors. The contractor is responsible for all safety, environmental, and utility considerations, including obtaining permits, restoring disturbed areas, and ensuring compliance with OSHA 1926 regulations. The solicitation is issued by the City of Havelock, with bids due by September 19, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST. Bids must be sealed, itemized, and accompanied by a bid bond of at least 5%, along with a completed E-Verify Affidavit certifying compliance with federal employment verification laws. The evaluation process emphasizes compliance with specifications, responsiveness, responsibility (including licensing and legal certifications), and price, with the award made to the proposal deemed most advantageous to the City based on its best interest. The contract also stipulates performance bonds of 100% of the contract value, liquidated damages of $300 per day for delays, and strict adherence to safety and environmental regulations. Administrative contacts are limited to the City’s Finance Director, and all bid documents, specifications, and addenda are accessible online, with no explicit requirements for packaging, labeling, or shipping beyond bid submission envelopes.