Site work and renovation of a water / sewer project in Gary, Indiana. Completed plans call for the renovation of a water / sewer project; and for site work for a water / sewer project.

Removal and replacement of existing 15-inch diameter sanitary sewer pipe with 15-inch diameter PVC SDR 35 for approximately 156 linear feet between Manhole No. 2755 and Manhole No. 2756. Question Deadline 07/02/2026 at 2:00 PM CT Proposers shall submit all inquiries or requests to schedule a walkthrough regarding this RFP via the portal PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Sanitary Sewer Repair at 461 Porter Street in the City of Gary, IN. Furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment, superintendence, and all necessary incidentals for the repair of sanitary sewer pipe. Manhole No. 2755 Sewer Invert Depth is _ 8.42 ft. Manhole No. 2756 Sewer Invert Depth is _ 7.70 ft. Perform work in strict conformance with Specification Sections 02251-Shoring, Sheeting, and Bracing; 02316-Excavation; 02317-Backfilling; 02370-Slope Protection and Erosion Control; 02500-Laying and Jointing Buried Pipelines; 02900 Landscaping Work; 02507- Buried Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pipe and Fittings. The specifications are available in the Technical Services Department. Provide and install all specified items in accordance with the City of Gary Street, Sewer, and City Infrastructure Standards and Specifications Manual. The Scope of work shall include the following: _ Remove and replace existing 15-inch diameter pipe with 15-inch diameter PVC SDR 35 _ 156-linear feet from Manhole No. 2755 to Manhole No. 2756. _ New pipe shall extend 4-inches into the inner surface of existing manholes. _ Contractor shall ensure pipe penetrations are sealed and watertight. _ Mandrel test required upon completion of work with GSD staff present. _ Minimum pipe slope 0.15% and shall be uniform from manhole to manhole. 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. 2755 to Manhole No. 2756 and remove all deposits upon completion of work. _ Televise (CCTV) and video the sewer from Manhole No. 2755 to Manhole No. 2756 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). _ Restore disturbed driveway, sidewalk, fencing, and landscaped/unpaved areas to equal or better than existing condition. _ In landscaped or unpaved lawn areas, finish with 4 inches of topsoil, fine grading, and placement of grass seed to match existing turf. _ Replace disturbed pavement with 12 inches of Indiana #53 crushed angled aggregate gravel.