Site work for a water / sewer project in Reed City, Michigan. Completed plans call for site work for a water / sewer project.

This contract includes the full replacement of water service lines suspected of containing lead piping, or were once connected to lead containing components, that must be replaced from the watermain to 18" inside the foundation or building structure. Connections of services to existing watermain, corporation stops, curb stops and boxes, and all subsequent restoration (asphalt, concrete, gravel, grass, etc.) are part of this project. All other appurtenances related to lead service line replacements as specified and illustrated per Lead and Copper Rules is required. There are one hundred and seventy (170) anticipated water service lines throughout the water distribution system that will be either fully or partially replaced via horizontal directional drill. There are four additional separate contracts as part of this DWSRF FY24 project, which includes replacement of watermain (Contract 1), installation of a new well and well house (Contract 2), water storage tank improvements (Contract 4), and water meter installations (Contract 5). In addition, there are lead service line replacements outside of the DWSRF project area that are expected to be completed. Bid security shall be furnished in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. City reserves the right to accept any bid, reject any or all bids, to waive informalities and make the award in any manner deemed in the best interest. Contract times: Substantial Completion – 119 days, Final Completion – 147 days 07/01/24 Engineer’s letter of recommendation to Owner 07/02/24 to 07/03/24 Owner’s financing review 07/08/24 Owner’s tentative award of construction contracts, Council Notice to proceed will be issued no later than 10/27/2024. After this meeting, direct all questions in writing to: Levi Rowan, Fleis & VandenBrink, lrowan@fveng.com, Scott Rasmussen, Fleis & VandenBrink, srasmussen@fveng.com, or Morgan Coolidge, Fleis & VandenBrink, mcoolidge@fveng.com. Questions received before 5:00 PM, June 14, 2024 will be answered.