City of Albany - Natural Gas Pipeline Construction - Bid Ref. #27-012 (2026)
City of AlbanyCity · Albany, GA- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 3, 2026
- Duration
- 3 months
- Primary contact
- Destiny Solomon
- (229) 302-1458
The 30-second brief
The City of Albany seeks qualified contractors for high-pressure natural gas pipeline construction and maintenance, specifically replacing an existing 8-inch high-pressure plug valve with a new 8-inch welded ball valve on N. Westover Boulevard and Gillionville Road. The scope includes hot tapping and stopping operations, excavation, saw cutting, pipeline fabrication and welding, pressure testing, leak testing, coating/wrapping, backfilling, compaction, roadway restoration, and replacing a 6-foot x 40-foot quadrupole detection loop. The contract duration is 90 days from the notice to proceed, with liquidated damages assessed at $500 per calendar day. Bids are due by September 24, 2026, at 2:30 p.m., following a pre-bid conference on August 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, 100% performance and payment bonds, general liability insurance, and compliance with E-Verify and Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act.
N. Westover Boulevard; Gillionville Road; Include the traffic loop in the cost for completing your project and let the selected contractor hire a subcontractor to replace the traffic loop.
Lowest total base bid, responsive and responsible bidder meeting minimum qualifications
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Summary
The City of Albany seeks qualified contractors for high-pressure natural gas pipeline construction and maintenance, specifically replacing an existing 8-inch high-pressure plug valve with a new 8-inch welded ball valve on N. Westover Boulevard and Gillionville Road.
The scope includes hot tapping and stopping operations, excavation, saw cutting, pipeline fabrication and welding, pressure testing, leak testing, coating/wrapping, backfilling, compaction, roadway restoration, and replacing a 6-foot x 40-foot quadrupole detection loop. The contract duration is 90 days from the notice to proceed, with liquidated damages assessed at $500 per calendar day. Bids are due by September 24, 2026, at 2:30 p.m., following a pre-bid conference on August 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, 100% performance and payment bonds, general liability insurance, and compliance with E-Verify and Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest total base bid, responsive and responsible bidder meeting minimum qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
N. Westover Boulevard; Gillionville Road; Include the traffic loop in the cost for completing your project and let the selected contractor hire a subcontractor to replace the traffic loop.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Bid Form
- Addendum Acknowledgement Form
- Indemnity Agreement
- Governing Law and Venue Form
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Drug Free Workplace Certification
- Debarred Bidders/Integrity Certification
- Corporate Seal
- Secretary of State's Certificate of Incorporation
- Listing of the principals of Corporation
- Affidavit to Comply with OCGA § 13-10-91
- List of three references from projects of similar scope
- Bid Bond
- Performance and Payment Bonds
- Insurance Certificate
- Submit to
- City of Albany, Procurement Division, 222 Pine Avenue, Suite 260, Albany, Georgia 31701
- Scope location
- Albany, GA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Albany?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Albany, Procurement Division, 222 Pine Avenue, Suite 260, Albany, Georgia 31701. For questions, contact Destiny Solomon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Albany in GA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Destiny Solomon at (229) 302-1458. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: N. Westover Boulevard; Gillionville Road; Include the traffic loop in the cost for completing your project and let the selected contractor hire a subcontractor to replace the traffic loop.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest total base bid, responsive and responsible bidder meeting minimum qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Albany?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Albany are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Albany regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form, Addendum Acknowledgement Form, Indemnity Agreement, Governing Law and Venue Form, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Drug Free Workplace Certification, Debarred Bidders/Integrity Certification, C. Review the full document from City of Albany for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Albany, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.