Surface Area Government Bids & RFPs

Proposals must be submitted via the MITN website at www. ***. *. * by July 9, 2026, at 2:00:00 PM Eastern Time. Late submittals will not be accepted.

The bid notice states that progress payments will be made monthly, with 90% of the value of work completed paid, and retainage held. Final payment is made after substantial completion and acceptance of the work.

The contract documents mention a warranty bond and a correction period, with the correction period being two years after substantial completion.

The award will be made to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive bid.

Bidders must demonstrate successful completion of similar work, have specific years of experience in sewer inspection, lining, and cleaning, possess qualified personnel, and meet safety and financial requirements. Minimum qualifications include 5 years of experience in sewer pipeline inspection (CCTV), lining, and cleaning, and successful completion of over 30,000 feet of each type of work in the past three years.

Liquidated damages are specified for failure to meet substantial completion (**** per day) and final completion ($1,**** per day).

A site visit is not explicitly stated as mandatory or optional, but bidders are encouraged to visit the site and conduct a thorough visual examination.

The bid documents mention submittal procedures for samples, indicating that samples may be required as part of the bidding process.

Bid protests must be filed with the Board of Water Commissioners (BOWC) within seven (7) days of the notice of award.

Failure to submit required qualifications in their entirety, not attending the mandatory prebid conference, or submitting late submittals may lead to disqualification.

The closing date for quotes is May 29, 2026.

The bid notice states that progress payments can be requested monthly as the work proceeds, on estimates of work accomplished that meets the standards of quality established under the contract, as approved by the contracting officer. Final payment will be made after completion and acceptance of all work, presentation of a properly executed voucher, and presentation of release of all claims against the government.

The bid notice states that quotes will be evaluated using the lowest price, technically acceptable approach. Only the lowest priced quote will be evaluated for technical acceptability. Should the lowest priced quote not receive an acceptable technical or past performance rating, the process will continue in order of lowest priced quote until the lowest price, technically acceptable quote with acceptable or neutral past performance is identified.

A responsible quoter will have the ability to comply with the required delivery or performance schedule, taking into consideration other business commitments. They must also have a satisfactory record of performance and integrity, a satisfactory safety and environmental record, satisfactory references, and the necessary facilities, equipment, materials, personnel, organization, experience, technical skills, and financial resources to fulfill the terms of the resultant contract.

A site visit is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 10 a. m. CT. Meet at the address given above.

The bid notice mentions an agency protest process with a goal to resolve protests within 35 calendar days from the date of filing. Protests must be filed within the timeframes specified in FAR ****.

The bid notice states that submission of a knowing false statement relating to an offeror's compliance with antidiscrimination and DEI requirements may subject the offeror to liability under the false claims act and/or criminal liability. Failure to comply with these terms may be grounds for contract termination for default.

The estimated magnitude of this project is between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

The bid notice states that all work must be completed by August 17, 2026.

The bid notice states that the bid will be awarded on an aggregate value to the lowest responsible bidder.

The bid notice states that contracting firms and their principal officers must be able to prove 5 years of continuous work experience immediately preceding this bid in the performance of work substantially equivalent to the scope of this bid.

A pre-bid meeting will be held on May 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM, and all bidders are strongly recommended to attend this pre-bid meeting to familiarize themselves with any conditions which may affect the performance and the proposed prices.

The bid notice states that failure to respond to an official bid document may result in disqualification.