Water Distribution System Improvements Project

Background

The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Utilities is issuing a solicitation for the Water Distribution System Improvements Project. This project aims to enhance the water distribution infrastructure within the city, ensuring reliable service to residential neighborhoods and downtown corridors. The contract is governed by North Carolina General Statutes, specifically N.C.G.S. 143-128 and 129.

Work Details

The scope of work includes: - Installation of approximately 60 linear feet (LF) of 4-inch waterline, 650 LF of 6-inch waterline, and 5,640 LF of 8-inch waterline in residential neighborhoods and downtown corridors, with two segments installed using bore and jack methods. - Installation of approximately 3,530 LF of 12-inch waterline along a rural highway, including one segment installed by bore and jack methods. - Installation of 13 owner-provided Sampling Stations and 6 owner-provided Automatic Flushing Devices. - Removal of a valve vault and reconfiguration of waterline piping. - Traffic control, site restoration, and related work.

Period of Performance

The contract performance period is expected to commence upon award and continue until project completion as specified in the contract documents.

Place of Performance

The work will be performed in various locations throughout Winston-Salem, NC, specifically in residential neighborhoods, downtown corridors, and along a rural highway.

Bidder Requirements

Bidders must be properly licensed as required by Chapter 87 of the North Carolina General Statutes at the time of bid opening to perform the work described. Compliance with the City/County Utility Commission's Minority and Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE) program is required, with specific subcontracting goals set at 6% MBE and 4% WBE.