City of Aurora, IL - 2027 & 2028 On-Call Lead Water Service Line Replacement - 26-106
City of Aurora cityCity · Aurora, IL- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Nadia Schweisthal
- (630) 256-3231
The 30-second brief
The City of Aurora, Illinois, invites bids for the full replacement of lead water service lines from the water main to the water meter, including excavation, trench backfill, copper water service installation, interior connection to water meter, curb stop and box replacement, and surface restoration such as HMA pavement removal and replacement, PCC driveway removal and replacement, curb and gutter, and sidewalk replacement. The contract is for an initial term of two (2) years with a one-year renewal option. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Question submission deadline is October 20, 2026. Bidders must submit electronically via OpenGov and meet IDOT prequalification and active apprenticeship program requirements.
Select Granular Trench Backfill, Exploratory Excavation, Remove and Plug Abandoned Water Service, Water Main Repair Clamp with 1" Tap, Water Main Tap and Corporation Stop, Trenchless Copper Water Service, Open Cut Copper Water Service, Curb Stop and Box, Remove and Reset Water Heater, Interior 1" Copper Pipe, Interior Connection to Water Meter, Sanitary Sewer Removal and Replacement, Sanitary Sewer Clean Out, Drain Tile Repair, Inlet Protection, Arrow Board, Barricades Type 2, Advanced Warning Signs, Flagger, Temporary Pavement, Class D Patching, PCC Driveway Pavement Removal & Replacement, HMA Driveway Pavement Removal & Replacement, Combination PCC Curb & Gutter Removal & Replacement, PCC Sidewalk Removal & Replacement, Detectable Warnings, Seeding - Aurora Mix, Mobilization
Adherence to specifications, price, qualifications, past performance, financial responsibility, delivery or completion date, product appearance and workmanship, maintenance costs and warranty provisions
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Summary
The City of Aurora, Illinois, invites bids for the full replacement of lead water service lines from the water main to the water meter, including excavation, trench backfill, copper water service installation, interior connection to water meter, curb stop and box replacement, and surface restoration such as HMA pavement removal and replacement, PCC driveway removal and replacement, curb and gutter, and sidewalk replacement.
The contract is for an initial term of two (2) years with a one-year renewal option. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Question submission deadline is October 20, 2026. Bidders must submit electronically via OpenGov and meet IDOT prequalification and active apprenticeship program requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Adherence to specifications
- Price
- Qualifications
- Past performance
- Financial responsibility
- Delivery or completion date
- Product appearance and workmanship
- Maintenance costs and warranty provisions
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
28- Select Granular Trench Backfill
- Exploratory Excavation
- Remove and Plug Abandoned Water Service
- Water Main Repair Clamp with 1" Tap
- Water Main Tap and Corporation Stop
- Trenchless Copper Water Service
- Open Cut Copper Water Service
- Curb Stop and Box
- Remove and Reset Water Heater
- Interior 1" Copper Pipe
- Interior Connection to Water Meter
- Sanitary Sewer Removal and Replacement
- Sanitary Sewer Clean Out
- Drain Tile Repair
- Inlet Protection
- Arrow Board
- Barricades Type 2
- Advanced Warning Signs
- Flagger
- Temporary Pavement
- Class D Patching
- PCC Driveway Pavement Removal & Replacement
- HMA Driveway Pavement Removal & Replacement
- Combination PCC Curb & Gutter Removal & Replacement
- PCC Sidewalk Removal & Replacement
- Detectable Warnings
- Seeding - Aurora Mix
- Mobilization
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- City of Aurora terms and conditions acknowledgement
- Contact Information
- References
- Sub-Contractor List
- Eligibility
- Bidder's Tax Certification
- Bidder's Certification
- Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification
- Apprenticeship Requested Documentation
- Local Vendor Preference Application
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/aurorail
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Aurora, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Aurora
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Aurora city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/aurorail. For questions, contact Nadia Schweisthal.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Aurora city in IL, 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 Bid 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 Nadia Schweisthal at (630) 256-3231. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Select Granular Trench Backfill, Exploratory Excavation, Remove and Plug Abandoned Water Service, Water Main Repair Clamp with 1" Tap, Water Main Tap and Corporation Stop, Trenchless Copper Water Service, Open Cut Copper Water Service, Curb Stop and Box, Remove and Reset Water Heater, Interior 1" Co. 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: "Adherence to specifications, price, qualifications, past performance, financial responsibility, delivery or completion date, product appearance and workmanship, maintenance costs and warranty provisio..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Aurora city?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: City of Aurora terms and conditions acknowledgement, Contact Information, References, Sub-Contractor List, Eligibility, Bidder's Tax Certification, Bidder's Certification, Apprenticeship or Training P. Review the full document from City of Aurora city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Aurora, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.