Optimist Farm Rd Water Main Extension and Interconnect

The Town of Cary is soliciting sealed bids for the Optimist Farm Road Water Main Extension and Interconnect project, designated as Project No. WT1300 (Solicitation 354-UT27-07). The scope of work involves the installation of approximately 3,035 linear feet of 12-inch ductile iron water main, 20 linear feet of 16-inch ductile iron water main, 305 linear feet of 14-inch HDPE pipe via directional drill, and 83 linear feet of 24-inch steel casing using jack-and-bore methods. All work will be performed in Cary, North Carolina, and requires the contractor to provide all necessary materials, labor, and equipment. Bids are due by 2:00 PM ET on September 1, 2026, and must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Town of Cary Utilities Department. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 19, 2026. The award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) framework, granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Mandatory submission requirements include a valid North Carolina contractor license, a non-collusive affidavit, and a bid deposit of at least 5% of the bid amount. Upon award, the contractor must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract price from a North Carolina-licensed surety.