Emergency Sanitary Sewer Repair at 722 W 4th Avenue

Remove and replace existing 12-inch diameter pipe with 12-inch diameter PVC SDR 35 ± 28-linear feet from Manhole No. 1545A going towards Manhole No. 1545

Project Details

• Reference ID: 2026-RFP-035
• Department: Engineering
• Department Head: Jabez Anderson (Engineering Manager)

Important Dates

• Questions Due: 2026-03-27T21:00:00.000Z

Evaluation Criteria

• The Scope of Work shall include the following: —
  • Remove and replace existing 12-inch diameter pipe with 12-inch diameter PVC SDR 35 ± 28-linear feet from Manhole No. 1545A going towards Manhole No. 1545.
  • New pipe shall extend 4-inches into the inner surface of existing Manhole No. 1545A.
  • Contractor shall ensure pipe penetrations are sealed and watertight.
  • Contractor shall connect new pipe to existing PVC pipe with a watertight connection. Connect new pipe to existing PVC pipe with neoprene rubber coupling with stainless steel straps or coupling provided by the manufacturer and approved by the owner. When adjoining new pipe to existing, the maximum space between the abutting pipes shall be 1/8 inches or less. Any further space between pipes shall not be acceptable.
    • Submit pictures or request an inspection before and after installation of rubber coupling and manhole connections to the Gary Sanitary District for verification.
  • Reconnect/repair active encountered “Wye” connection for existing service lines/laterals including drainage pipes that are affected.  Limit of service lateral repairs is the easement or right-of-way.  The cost to be included in the price of the lump sum work.
  • “Wye” connection for new pipe must be a molded integral part of the pipe section.
  • Use of Saddles are not permissible.
  • Use of granular bedding (6-inch minimum) for new sewer pipe installation.
  • Backfill and compact excavated area in accordance with ASTM-D-698 and as specified in the relevant specification sections.  Compaction shall be 95 percentage of maximum dry density as determined by the Standard Proctor Test (ASTM-698).
  • Excavate, remove, and dispose offsite damage sewer and appurtenances.
  • Contractors shall field verify size, depth and location of sewer, manholes, and appurtenances.
  • Contractor shall be responsible for locating all utilities in the project area.
  • Clean the sewer from Manhole No. 1545A to Manhole No. 1545 and remove all deposits upon completion of work.
  • Televise (CCTV) and video the sewer from Manhole No. 1545A to Manhole No. 1545 upon completion of work.
  • All CCTV videos shall have audio and be done to NASCCO standards.
  • Submit a copy of the CCTV video(s) and inspection log on a flash drive or other forms of digital format, and inspection log to the Engineering Department.  If the digital video format quality is deemed substandard, the video will be rejected by the Engineering staff.  If video shows leaks or poor workmanship, work shall be remedied and re-CCTV to show the final condition of the sewer upon completion and acceptance.
  • Support/protect utility poles, building structures, driveways, and underground utilities as necessary. 
  • Contractor shall ensure proper flow of sewage at all times during construction. Provide bypass pumping of sewage as required.
  • Contractor shall perform dewatering activities as required.
  • All work must be done by experienced, trained, and properly certified technicians that are knowledgeable of the methods of installation and repair of sewer pipe and appurtenances.
  • Secure necessary permits, licenses, and notifications for construction, including but not limited to the Gary Sanitary District Stormwater Permit, Gary Board of Public Works and Safety Street Closing Permit and the Gary Board of Public Works and Safety Road Cut Permit.
  • Perform video of the work area to show the condition of all existing surface structures and landscape prior to site mobilization.  Provide a copy to the Owner (GSD).
  • Install a 6-foot x 6-foot x 6-inch thick concrete apron around the existing manhole casting of manhole 1545A.
  • Restore disturbed driveway, sidewalk, fencing, and landscaped/unpaved areas to equal or better than existing condition.

   

  PAVEMENT RESTORATION:

  • In paved areas, the Contractor shall remove pavement by neatly saw cutting in straight lines to the full depth of the section, extending at least 12 inches beyond the trench, to form clean joints that ensure proper bonding during restoration. Replace with 8 inches of compacted No. 53 stone, 2 inches HMA Binder Course, and 1.5 inches HMA Surface Course with tack coat between lifts. Contractor must match existing surrounding grade.
  • In INDOT’s Right-of-Way on US 12 & 20, prepare base aggregate of No. 53 stone from pipe bedding to 48 inches below the road surface. Place 3 feet of flow-able fill on top of the base aggregate layer. An 8-inch layer of base Course HMA shall be installed on top of the flow-able to fit. A 2.5-inch layer of intermediate Course HMA shall be installed on top of the base course. A 1.5-inch layer of surface Course HMA shall be installed on top of the Intermediate Course. Tack Coat shall be placed between all layers of HMA.
  • US 12 & 20 road pavement shall be reconstructed in accordance with the drawings or as approved by INDOT. In case of conflict, INDOT standards shall supersede.
  • Pavement reconstruction outside INDOT right-of-way: Place 8-inches of No. 53 crushed stones as base. Place 2-inches of   HMA layers.
  • Replace disturbed paved areas with 12 inches of No.53 crushed stones as base. Place 2 inches of HMA Binder Course and 1.5 inches of HMA surface course. Tack Coat shall be placed between all HMA layers. Contractor must match existing grade.

   

  • Constraints

  The work area US 12. All of the work done on US 12 must be done in accordance with INDOT standards.

   

  • Erosion Control: 

  The Contractor must take appropriate action to reduce potential environmental damage and work delays related to erosion control.  Before start of on-site construction activities, submit to the Engineer for review and approval a plan for sediment and erosion control measures and management, including planned maintenance during execution of the work.

   

• Minimum Technical Requirements: —

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