New Water Lines at River Forks Park & Campground

Hall County Government is soliciting bids for the replacement of deteriorated water supply lines at River Forks Park and Campground in Gainesville, Georgia. This turnkey project involves the installation of approximately 14,000 linear feet of water lines, specifically 9,476 feet of 4-inch PVC water main, 1,952 feet of 1-1/2-inch PVC service line, and 2,394 feet of 3/4-inch PVC service line. Additional requirements include the installation of 67 yard hydrants, 17 tie-ins to existing services, one RPZ backflow preventer assembly, and approximately 13,822 feet of tracer tape and wire. All work must adhere to the River Forks Plan Set, the City of Gainesville Water Resources Department Standards and Specifications of June 2025, and Georgia State Soil and Water Conservation Committee guidelines for erosion and sedimentation control. The contract will be awarded to the highest-scoring bidder based on a 60/40 split between technical qualifications and cost. Technical evaluations account for 600 points, while the cost proposal accounts for 400 points. Bidders must submit four hard copies and a USB flash drive by the September 10, 2026, deadline, including a 5 percent bid bond and a letter of bondability. The awarded contractor must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract value. The project is scheduled to commence no earlier than November 1, 2026, with substantial completion required by March 31, 2027. Payment terms are net 30 days in arrears following inspection and acceptance by the County's Project Manager.