Well 16 Fiber Optics Installation

The contract involves the construction of a fiber optic infrastructure for Well 16 in Coralville, Iowa, encompassing the installation of approximately 2,500 feet of conduit via directional boring along 12th Avenue north of Holiday Road, and the deployment of 4,740 feet of fiber optic cable connecting Well 9 to Well 16. The scope includes installing three handholes, excavation, backfill, and other miscellaneous tasks necessary for the successful completion of the project, along with site cleanup. The work is scheduled to begin within ten days of receiving the written Notice to Proceed and must be finalized by April 1, 2026, unless extended by the City Council. The project’s estimated value falls within the range of $250,000 to $500,000, and it is managed under NAICS code 238910, which pertains to electrical wiring and conduit installation services. Bidders are invited to submit sealed proposals by November 4, 2025, with detailed requirements outlined in the bid documents, including bid security, bonding, and prevailing wage considerations. The project is subject to approval by the City Council and the State Department of Natural Resources, with plans and specifications available for review and purchase. The primary contact for inquiries is Dave Schechinger, accessible via email. Overall, this project aims to enhance the city’s fiber optic network infrastructure, ensuring reliable communication capabilities for the involved facilities within the specified timeline.