Well 115 Maintenance & Rehabilitation

Solicitation 26-105 is an Invitation For Bid issued by the City of Aurora, Illinois, for the maintenance and rehabilitation of Well 115. The project focuses on aquifer formation redevelopment and the right-sizing of production to eliminate the need for discharge line throttling. The scope of work includes the inspection, repair, and replacement of critical equipment such as the pump, motor, column piping, and power cables, as well as well-screen cleaning and a three-hour pumping test. Bidders must provide pricing for various components, including potential alternatives for motor assemblies and the rehabilitation of existing pumping assemblies, and must include a 5,000 dollar cash allowance for items ordered by the Engineer. The contract is administered by Engineering Enterprises, Inc., and requires strict adherence to ASTM standards and specific packaging and marking guidelines for all equipment. Award evaluation is based on responsiveness and responsibility, considering factors such as bidder qualifications, quality assurance, and the ability to meet the project schedule. Key compliance requirements include the provision of performance and payment bonds, adherence to state and local prevailing wage laws, and participation in Department of Labor-approved apprenticeship programs for prime vendors on contracts exceeding 25,000 dollars. All bids must be submitted electronically via OpenGov Procurement by November 18, 2026.