Underground Utility Locate Services

The contract UPUULS-0001 involves providing underground utility locate services within Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, specifically for the City of Oklahoma City and its Trusts. The project aims to accurately identify and mark underground utilities to facilitate safe construction and maintenance activities. The solicitation was posted on October 22, 2025, with a response deadline of November 19, 2025, and features a bidding process that requires electronic submission of bids. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 30, 2025, to ensure bidders understand the project requirements and bidding procedures. The contract has an estimated value ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000 and emphasizes compliance with local standards, including the City of Oklahoma City’s specifications for public improvements. Bidders are required to submit several documents, including an Anti-Noncollusion Affidavit to certify that no collusion or improper conduct has influenced their bid, and a Business Relationship Affidavit disclosing any relevant business relationships with project stakeholders within the past year. The project stipulates a completion timeline of 30 calendar days, with a two-year maintenance bond to ensure ongoing utility protection. The bidding process and contract execution are governed by detailed instructions and provisions outlined in the bid documents, which include requirements for bid security, bonds, and adherence to the City’s construction standards. The overall goal is to select qualified contractors capable of efficiently and accurately locating underground utilities to support safe and effective infrastructure development.