Vacuum Excavation Services / DPW

The City of Worcester’s Department of Public Works awarded a one‑year vacuum excavation services contract (July 2026 – June 2027) to two vendors. The work requires 24/7 on‑call response, emergency excavation within two hours, and a four‑hour minimum charge per call. Contractors must supply truck‑mounted hydrovac units meeting specific pressure, water‑reservoir, and tank requirements, and maintain a toll‑free hotline. The contract may be renewed for two additional one‑year periods at the City’s discretion. • Service scope: emergency and routine hydro‑vacuum digging for utility and infrastructure work. • Performance requirements: 2‑hour response, 24/7 coverage, 4‑hour minimum billing, one‑year warranty on equipment/workmanship. • Award basis: lowest total unit‑price bid; two vendors were selected (Phoenix Communications, Inc. and R.H. White Construction Co., Inc.).