Lead Service Line Replacement Project, Phase 1

The Public Improvement, upon which bids are requested, generally consists of replacement of lead and galvanized water services and associated improvements including street and sidewalk repair and surface restoration, located in the Taylor-Hamilton Street SW Neighborhood. The Lead Service Line Replacement Project, Phase 1 is for the City of Cedar Rapids Utilities, Water Division.

Estimated project quantities include:

• Water service pipe, Type K copper, 1 inch, trenchless, public side: **9,710 LF**
• Water service pipe, Type K copper, 1 inch, trenchless, private side: **5,520 LF**
• Water service pipe, Type K copper, 2 inch, trenchless: **690 LF**
• Water service corporation, 1 inch: **377 EA**
• Water service curb stop and box, 1 inch: **377 EA**
• Connection to interior plumbing: **185 EA**
• Sod: **5,100 SY**
• Curb and gutter, 8 inch thick: **3,660 LF**
• Removal of sidewalk: **1,700 SY**
• Temporary traffic control: **442 EA**

The desired and default water service installation method is trenchless for this project. Water service replacements shall be classified as Case 1-6 as shown in the details in the B sheets. Contractor shall hydro excavate to expose brick sewer(s) and water main(s) prior to mechanical excavation. Contingency allowance includes a budget of $50,000 for the sole use of the owner to cover unanticipated costs.

Contractor is responsible for securing and providing permits and applications including a public right-of-way permit, a current bond for grading, opening or working in public street and public property, and a vendor registration certificate. Permit fees will not be charged.

Contractor shall distribute construction notifications to each property owner within the project limits between 7 - 14 calendar days in advance of commencement of construction. Water inspection services are completed by Cedar Rapids Water Division personnel. The Engineer's opinion of probable cost is $5,000,000.