PW Prequal Bid 2909 - SEWER RECON and RELAY of WATER MAINS W. BERKS ST from N. 56TH ST to N. 59TH S

The City of Philadelphia Water Department is soliciting bids for PW Prequal Bid 2909, a project focused on sewer reconstruction and the relay of water mains on West Berks Street from North 56th Street to North 59th Street in Philadelphia. The scope of work involves furnishing and installing precast concrete inlet and manhole structures, junction boxes, control and overflow structures, and various piping materials including reinforced concrete, ductile iron, and HDPE/PP. The contractor is required to maintain continuous sewer service throughout the project, perform valve operations for transmission main disinfection, and adhere to U.S. Department of Transportation Subsurface Utility Engineering Quality Level A standards. Quality control measures include CCTV inspections and adherence to various ASTM standards for concrete and plastics. The contract award is based on unit pricing, with extended prices serving as the secondary governing factor. To be considered responsive, bidders must comply with the Small Local Business Program (SLBP), provide evidence of good faith efforts to achieve participation goals, and submit a completed Solicitation and Participation Form. Bidders must also warrant that they are not in arrears to the City, are not defaulters, and possess the financial solvency and experience necessary to perform the work. Required documentation includes a bid bond executed by a Pennsylvania-licensed surety, performance and payment bonds, and a certificate of insurance. Performance requirements include the submission of a project schedule within three calendar days of the Notice to Proceed, with typical working hours from 7 AM to 4 PM. Contractors must comply with OSHA safety standards, the Prevailing Wage Act via certified payroll records, and ADA requirements for ramp installations. The solicitation emphasizes strict adherence to the Small Business Enterprise (SBE) and Local Business Entity (LBE) certifications to receive applicable preferences and credits.