City of Cape Girardeau - Forcemain Repair at Fountain and Elm - Project # 6280 (2026)
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- Primary Contact
- Jim Haltmar · (573) 339-6327
- Scope Location
- Cape Girardeau, MO
- Submission Address
- City Hall, 44 N. Lorimier St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
SUMMARY
The City of Cape Girardeau is seeking sealed bids for the Forcemain Repair at Fountain and Elm project, designated as City Project # 6280. The scope of work involves relocating approximately 321 linear feet of sanitary sewer force main via open cut and jack and bore under BNSF Railroad tracks, along with all associated appurtenances designed by Wilson & Company. Key project components include mobilization, construction staking, BNSF inspecting, coordination and flagging, 36-inch steel casing jack and bore, 24-inch HDPE carrier pipe force main, 24-inch HDPE open cut force main, existing system connections and abandonment/capping, a 40' x 15' jack and bore pit, a 10' x 7' receiving pit, traffic control, and 1,260 square feet of flexible pavement repair. Bids are due by October 20, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. local time at City Hall, 44 N. Lorimier St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701, where they will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Hub Conference Room. All questions must be submitted in writing to Project Manager Jim Haltmar by October 13, 2026, at noon. No pre-bid conference will be held. Bidders must submit a bid security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the bid. Compliance with Missouri prevailing wage laws, federal work authorization programs (E-Verify), and a 10-hour OSHA construction safety program is required for all contractors and subcontractors.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Mobilization, Construction Staking, BNSF Inspecting, Coordination, Flagging, 36” Steel Casing Jack and Bore (RR), 24” HDPE Carrier Pipe (RR) Force Main, 24” HDPE Open Cut Force Main, Existing System Connections, Existing System Abandonment/Capping, 40’ x 15’ Jack and Bore Pit, 10’ x 7’ Receiving Pit, Traffic Control, Flexible Pavement Repair
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Required Bid security, Evidence of authority to do business in the state of the Project, Contractor’s License No. or Evidence of Bidder’s ability to obtain a State Contractor’s License, Required Bidder Qualification Statement with supporting data, Affidavit of Work Authorization, Affidavit of OSHA Training, Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters
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How do I respond to this Bid from City of Cape Girardeau?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 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 Hall, 44 N. Lorimier St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701. For questions, contact Jim Haltmar.
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Based on the posted deadline of October 20, 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: Required Bid security, Evidence of authority to do business in the state of the Project, Contractor’s License No. or Evidence of Bidder’s ability to obtain a State Contractor’s License, Required Bidde. Review the full document from City of Cape Girardeau for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Cape Girardeau in MO, 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 Jim Haltmar at (573) 339-6327. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cape Girardeau, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mobilization, Construction Staking, BNSF Inspecting, Coordination, Flagging, 36” Steel Casing Jack and Bore (RR), 24” HDPE Carrier Pipe (RR) Force Main, 24” HDPE Open Cut Force Main, Existing System Connections, Existing System Abandonment/Capping, 40’ x 15’ Jack and Bore Pit, 10’ x 7’ Receiving Pit. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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