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Idol Avenue watermain extension project

City of Sparta
Detected
Jul 15, 2026
110 days ago
Sector
Public Works
Est. value
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's planned

The council accepted Gerke Excavating’s low bid of $1,540,555.45 for the Idol Avenue Watermain Extension, based on MSA’s June 25, 2026 bid opening and recommendation. Construction is slated to begin this fall and includes significant water main, casing bores, road restoration, storm, and site work. While the prime has been selected, this signals upcoming subcontracting, materials, inspection, and restoration needs plus future adjacent development once water is extended.

Background

Detailed bid tab shows scope quantities for erosion control, grading, 6- and 8-inch ductile iron water main, steel casings, services, road reconstruction, and well abandonments.

From the meeting

Meeting date
July 15, 2026
Agency
City of Sparta

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