Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #25AJB0194
SUNY Buffalo Underground Utility Repair and Infrastructure Services Solicitation
Posted
August 19, 2026
Respond By
September 10, 2026
Identifier
25AJB0194
NAICS
237110, 237990
This opportunity is for comprehensive underground utility repair and infrastructure services at the University at Buffalo (SUNY), covering all campus locations. - Government Buyer: - State University of New York (SUNY) at Buffalo - Purchasing Office - Scope of Work: - Underground utility repair and infrastructure services - Includes sewer line rehabilitation, water main repairs, manhole restoration, steam line repairs, valve and hydrant maintenance, site restoration, testing, commissioning, trenchless technologies, and emergency response - Contractor must provide all labor, materials, specialized equipment, vehicles, and traffic control - Products/Services Requested: - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned - Services include both routine and emergency repairs - Unique/Notable Requirements: - 6% goal for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOB) - 15% goals each for Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE) - Award based on technical (70%) and cost (30%) criteria - Contractor must ensure minimal disruption and comply with safety and environmental regulations - Emergency response capability required - Contract Details: - Five-year contract term - Pricing firm for first year; annual increases capped at 5% based on CPI - University reserves right to award within 90 days after bid opening - Participation: - Bidders must register through the university's eProcurement system (ShopBlue/Jaggaer) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified contractors capable of providing the full range of underground utility services.
Description
The State University of New York at Buffalo is soliciting bids for labor, materials, equipment, and vehicles necessary for water and sewer line construction and infrastructure work across all University locations on the North, South, and Downtown campuses, as well as other University-affiliated buildings. The contract term is 5 years. The solicitation includes specific goals for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (6%) and Minority/Women Business Enterprises (15% each). Bidders must submit proposals by September 10, 2026, and questions are due by August 28, 2026.