Water Main Extension in Irene Avenue, Linda Avenue and Public Easement (SE) and Water Services in Burton Street (Irene‑Linda Water Main Extension)

The City of Grand Rapids is soliciting bids for a water‑main extension and associated water‑service connections in the Irene‑Linda corridor, including extensive site‑restoration work such as roadway grading, asphalt paving, curb‑gutter, sidewalks, landscaping, and utility coordination. The contract includes a $59,000 unit‑price bid total with a mobilization allowance up to $160,000, and requires a 5 % bid bond, performance and payment bonds, and compliance with a suite of grant‑related (EGLE) and municipal requirements. Work must commence within 7 days of contract execution, achieve substantial completion within 60 days (no later than July 2, 2027) and final completion by May 8, 2028, with liquidated damages of $1,500 per day for delays. • Scope: install ~2,800 ft of 6‑in and 8‑in water mains, water‑service taps (1‑in & 1.5‑in), fire hydrants, trenching, grading, HMA driveways, concrete curbs/gutters, sidewalks, landscaping, and utility easement restoration. • Required certifications: pre‑qualification, EGLE grant compliance, debarment/suspension certification, drug‑free workplace, and numerous subcontractor/supplier lists. • Financials: bid total $59,000, mobilization max $160,000, 5 % bid bond (~$2,950), performance/pay bonds equal to contract price, and $1,500/day liquidated‑damage penalties.