Soft Excavation & Utility Locating Services

The contract involves non-destructive excavation services to locate approximately 1,000 water service lines using vacuum excavation and hand tools, ensuring minimal disruption to surrounding infrastructure. The work requires close coordination with utility owners to accurately identify and mark underground utilities prior to excavation, following standard safety and precision protocols. All activities are to be performed within Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, with the contractor responsible for adhering to proper procedures for utility locating and site restoration. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 238990 and was posted on July 31, 2026, with a response deadline of August 27, 2026. The contracting entity is Lancaster County in Pennsylvania, and the performance location is specifically within Lancaster County. There is no set-aside designation specified, and the procurement is open to eligible subcontractors who can demonstrate capability in soft excavation and utility identification services. The opportunity is accessible via the PennBid platform, and bidders are expected to provide detailed proposals addressing methodology, timelines, and compliance with local utility coordination standards.