UG Cable Replacement: SE Blairmont Dr & SE 152nd Ave

This contract involves a comprehensive underground utility project primarily focused on replacing failing underground electrical cables and associated infrastructure in the City of Vancouver, Washington. The scope includes boring or trenching approximately 6,300 feet within city rights-of-way and public utility easements to install multiple runs of 2-inch and 4-inch conduit, along with providing all necessary conduit, bore pipe, elbows, fittings, pull tape, and PVC cement. The work also encompasses installing approximately 15,400 feet of jacketed 1/0 aluminum primary conductors, installing two single-phase padmount transformers, one three-bushing single-phase transformer, and two three-phase junction boxes. Additionally, the project involves modifications at existing junction boxes and transformers, tree and bush removals, and other related tasks as detailed in the project summary. The project is governed by specific permits issued by the City of Vancouver, including a franchise utility-street/right of way permit that mandates compliance with city and WSDOT standards for trench restoration, traffic control, and site safety. The work is scheduled to be completed within a 90-day permit window, with detailed technical specifications provided for cable types, conduit sizes, and installation procedures. The solicitation, issued by Clark Public Utilities under solicitation number B704, targets prequalified contractors with a project value estimated between 500,000 and 1.5 million dollars. The bidding process includes a pre-bid meeting, bid submission instructions, and technical documentation to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Overall, this project aims to upgrade and replace critical underground electrical infrastructure to ensure reliable service and compliance with local standards.