City of Chicago #76307

Chicago Block-Level Lead Service Line Replacement Construction Project

The City of Chicago's Department of Water Management is seeking bids for the Block Level Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Project on W. Eastwood from N. Albany Ave. to N. Sacramento Ave. - Government Buyer: - City of Chicago, Department of Water Management, Department of Procurement Services - Scope of Work: - Replacement of lead service lines from the water main to inside residences - Installation of new copper service lines, water meters (interior and exterior), and related infrastructure - Associated work includes mobilization, traffic control, sewer inspections, pipe replacements, soil waste disposal, and temporary surfacing - Key Products and Quantities: - Multiple types and sizes of water service lines (1", 1-1/2", 2"), both trenchless and open cut methods - Water meters (interior and exterior), PVC and ductile iron pipes, PVC casing pipes - Traffic control devices, temporary pavement surfacing, and special soils waste disposal - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with American Iron and Steel requirements - Adherence to Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) loan provisions - 5% bid deposit and 33 1/3% performance bond required - Drawings must be submitted with bids - Work hours limited to 7 A.M. to 7 P.M. on business days; no work on City holidays - Pre-bid conference strongly suggested - Registration in the iSupplier vendor portal required - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the project is open to qualified construction contractors - Estimated contract duration is 110 calendar days

Description

This solicitation is for the Block Level Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Project located on W. Eastwood from N. Albany Ave. to N. Sacramento Ave. The project involves construction work managed by the Department of Water Management. Key dates include a pre-bid conference on September 3, 2026, and a bid submission deadline of October 6, 2026. The solicitation requires a 5% bid deposit and a performance bond of 33 1/3% of the contract for the awardee. Funding is provided by IEPA and the City of Chicago.

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