Bloomington Opengov #2027-01

Bloomington, IL Potable Water Distribution System Improvements (Contract C) – Pumping, Storage, and Water Mains

The City of Bloomington, Illinois Water Department is inviting bids for Contract C of its Potable Water Distribution System Improvements project. - Scope of work includes: - Construction and improvements at multiple sites: Northeast Pump Station, Fort Jesse, Enterprise Division Booster Station, and Hersey Road Water Transmission Main - Installation of steel water storage tanks (Northeast Pump Station) - Boring and jacking for a railroad crossing (Union Pacific Railroad) - Allowances for removal and disposal of special waste and unsuitable material - Utility connections (Nicor Gas and Ameren Electrical Power at Site 500) - Notable requirements: - Submission of bids via OpenGov e-Procurement Portal - Mandatory bid, performance, and payment bonds - Compliance with insurance requirements, city ordinances on project labor agreements, and diversity initiatives - Adherence to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act - Pre-bid meeting for interested contractors - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Major work items are detailed by site and function, with quantities and allowances specified

Description

The City of Bloomington, Illinois, is soliciting sealed bids for the Potable Water Distribution System Improvements under Contract C, which encompasses work on pumping, storage, and water mains. The project includes multiple site-specific tasks such as work on steel water storage tanks, pump stations, booster stations, water transmission mains, and special waste removal. Bidders must submit their proposals via the City's e-Procurement Portal by August 12, 2026, and attend a pre-bid meeting scheduled for June 3, 2026. The solicitation requires bid bonds, performance and payment bonds, and adherence to insurance and labor standards.

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