Active SLED Opportunity · MICHIGAN · CITY OF HAMTRAMCK
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City of Hamtramck seeks qualified contractors for 2026 lead service line replacement under EGLE standards, funded by DWSRF. Two contracts cover 590 replacements. Bids due May 20, 2026, with work starting November 2026 and completing by August 2027.
The City of Hamtramck is soliciting sealed bids from qualified contractors for 2026 DWSRF LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM in accordance with the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Lead and Copper Rule. This project involves the replacement of lead and galvanized service lines previously connected to lead (GPCL) from the water main from the discharge of the corporation fitting to customer site piping or to the building plumbing at the first shut-off valve inside the building, or 18 inches inside the building, whichever is shorter. All work must comply with EGLE standards and specifications for full-service line replacement. Please be sure to review the measurement of payment, specifically for what is included in the Lead Water Service Replacement Line item. This project is funded through the EGLE Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF); therefore, the following is required: Domestic Preference Requirement, Build America Buy America, Prohibition on Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment, Davis Bacon and Related Acts/Prevailing Federal Wages, Labor Standards Provisions for Federally Assisted Projects, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) Requirements, and Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension, and other Responsibility Matters. This work will take place on the east side of the city, with the majority of streets located from Gallagher to Alpena, between Caniff and Holbrook. In addition, 3 streets on the east side of Conant. The project will be awarded through two (2) contracts. Contractors shall make sure that if they bid on both contracts, they can complete both contracts by the stated date. The work consists of the following contracts: Contract 1 – Installation of 275 Full Lead Service Line Replacement along 9 locations. See the location list and map in the appendix. Contract 2 – Installation of 315 Full Lead Service Line Replacement along 9 locations. See the location list and map in the appendix. The Notice to Proceed will be required to be issued no later than 10/26/2026. Work is to begin No Later than November 1, 2026, and be substantially completed by August 15, 2027, with Final completion by August 31, 2027. Interested bidders are encouraged to review the full bid documents for detailed specifications, performance criteria, and submission requirements. SEALED BIDS will be accepted at the offices of the City Clerk. Bid must be clearly labeled “HAMTRAMCK 2026 DWSRF LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM.” Two (2) hard copies of the bid proposals shall be submitted to: Hamtramck City Clerk 3401 Evaline Street Hamtramck, MI 48212 Deadline: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM (EST). Bids shall be publicly opened and read. All RFI’s shall be emailed to Tiffany T. Neubig, ttneubig@hengineers.com (No calls) The deadline for Request for Information (RFI) is Friday, May 8, 2026, 10 AM (EST). A Pre-Bid meeting will be held on: 25385 2026 DWSRF LSLR Pre Bid Meeting Friday, May 1 · 10:00 – 11:00 am Time zone: America/Detroit Hamtramck City Hall, Council Chambers 3401 Evaline Street Hamtramck, MI 48212 Please note that while a pre-bid meeting is not mandatory to attend, it is strongly recommended, considering the complexities of DWSRF boilerplate equivalency contract language, particularly regarding the contractor’s requirements related to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprises. Contract Documents will be available for download through BidNet services. Bidders must deposit, with their bid, surety in the form of a certified check, bank draft, or bid bond, in the sum of five percent (5%) of the amount of the proposal. The OWNER reserves the right to waive any information or to reject any and/or all bids. Bidders may not withdraw their bid within 90 days after the date the bid opened. Bidders may not withdraw their bid within 90 days after the date the bid opened. Note that the low-bid contractor is not automatically awarded the project. The OWNER reserves the right to reject all bids or award the project to the most qualified bidder. The OWNER and ENGINEER will further assess the bids based on the following criteria. COST-EFFECTIVENESS DEMONSTRATED EXPERIENCE WITH EGLE-COMPLIANT LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT MUST BE LICENSED AND INSURED IN THE STATE OF MICHIGAN FAMILIARITY WITH EGLE REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION STANDARDS ABILITY TO COMPLETE PROJECT WITHIN TIMEFRAME COMMITMENT TO RESIDENT COMMUNICATION AND PROPERTY RESTORATION Submit two (2) copies and a flash drive of the following items in the bid submittal: 5% Bid Bond Completed Itemized Bid Sheet Completed and Signed Exhibit ‘A’ Proposal Completed Good Faith Efforts Worksheet in Appendix A (Must be completed for all subcontractors, Refer to Attachment A.6 Completed Debarment form Worksheet in Appendix A, Refer to attachment A.7 All signed addendums Three (3) Project References with Similar Scope Flash drive of all submitted documents Bidders must deposit, with their bid, surety in the form of a certified check, bank draft, or bid bond, in the sum of five percent (5%) of the amount of the proposal. The OWNER reserves the right to waive any information or to reject any and/or all bids. Bidders may not withdraw their bid within 90 days after the date the bid opened. The City reserves the right: To reject any or all bids, or any part thereof, To waive any irregularities in the bids, To accept the bid that is in the best interest of the City. To award bids to multiple contractors. City of Hamtramck Omar Thabet, Interim City Clerk **Project Type**: ITB - Invitation to Bid (Formal) **Source ID**: PU.AG.USA.2051.C13807776 **Piggyback Contract**: No **Question Acceptance Deadline**: 05/08/2026 10:00 AM EDT **Questions are submitted online**: No **Bid Submission Type**: Physical Bid Submission **Owner Organization**: City of Hamtramck **Reference Number**: 0000421182
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