RE-ADVERTISED: Miscellaneous Emergency Repair of Water Mains & Service Leaks and Disconnection of Water Services

The City of Newark is issuing an indefinite‑quantity, sealed‑bid contract for emergency repairs of water mains, service line leaks, and water‑service disconnections throughout the city on an as‑needed basis. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder and requires strict bonding, prevailing‑wage, and affirmative‑action compliance. Bidders must purchase the contract documents for $100, provide a bid security of up to 10 % of their bid (capped at $20,000), and meet mandatory minority‑ and women‑business participation thresholds. • Scope: Emergency repair of water mains, service leaks, and disconnection of water services city‑wide, on an as‑needed basis. • Bonding/Financial: 100 % performance and payment bonds; bid security 10 % of bid (max $20,000); $100 document fee. • Socio‑economic: Minimum 25 % of contract price to MBE subcontractors and 7 % to WBE subcontractors; pre‑award affirmative‑action clearance required. • Submission: Sealed bids due by August 27 2026 (bid opening same day, public via Teams). • Compliance: NJ Prevailing Wage Act, Davis‑Bacon Act, stockholder disclosure, business registration, and “pay‑to‑play” disclosure if applicable.