Potable Water Distribution System Improvements - Contract D - Division Street Water Main Replacement

The City of Bloomington, Illinois, is soliciting sealed bids under Bid #2027-05 for the Division Street Water Main Replacement project, part of its potable water distribution system improvements. The scope of work involves installing infrastructure for water main replacement along Division Street from Center Street to the City of Bloomington Water Department. Key deliverables include boring and jacking for the Union Pacific Railroad crossing, horizontal directional drilling, and the installation of plumbing for approximately 34 residential services, including interior restoration and electrical ground modifications. The project is governed by technical specifications from Donohue & Associates, Inc., and requires adherence to ASTM, AASHTO, and AWWA standards. Bids must be submitted electronically via the City's e-Procurement Portal by September 9, 2026. To be considered responsive, bidders must provide a bid guaranty of 10 percent of the total price and comply with City Code regarding diversity goals, including the submission of an Equal Opportunity Plan and Contract Diversity Goal Form for contracts exceeding 50,000 dollars. The City has set aspirational goals for 8 percent of the contract to be awarded to MBEs, DBEs, or WBEs, and specific workforce targets for minority and female workers. The successful contractor must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including specific Railroad Protective Liability for the UPRR crossing. The performance period begins upon receipt of the Notice to Proceed, with substantial completion required within 545 days and final completion within 665 days. All materials must be delivered FOB Bloomington, Illinois, and must meet strict packaging and preservation standards, such as greasing bright-machined surfaces and following AWWA C906 pipe markings. Final payment is contingent upon the City's inspection and satisfaction with the completed work, with the Engineer providing the final recommendation for acceptance.