City of Lawrence MS9-W23005 Learnard Ave 19th to 23rd St Waterline Improvements Bid 2026
City of LawrenceCity · Lawrence, KS- Due
- Mar 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chris Rice
- (785) 764-5531
The 30-second brief
The City of Lawrence is soliciting bids for project MS9-W23005, involving waterline improvements along Learnard Ave. from 19th Street to 23rd Street. The scope of work includes the installation of approximately 2,880 linear feet (L.F.) of 8”-24” restrained joint waterline using both open cut and directional drilling methods. Additional work details include the installation of 2” waterline, valves, bends, tees, anchor couplings, service connections, and fire hydrants. The project also requires civil site work such as concrete pavement, sidewalk, access ramps, storm sewer, curb inlets, demolition, erosion control, and traffic control. Submissions are due by March 10, 2026, at the City's submission location in Lawrence, KS. A notice of interest deadline is set for February 27, 2026.
2” waterline, Valves, Bends, Tees, Anchor couplings, Service connections, Fire hydrants, Concrete pavement, Sidewalk, Access ramps, Storm sewer, Curb inlets, Demolition and removals, Erosion control, Traffic control
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Summary
The City of Lawrence is soliciting bids for project MS9-W23005, involving waterline improvements along Learnard Ave. from 19th Street to 23rd Street.
The scope of work includes the installation of approximately 2,880 linear feet (L.F.) of 8”-24” restrained joint waterline using both open cut and directional drilling methods. Additional work details include the installation of 2” waterline, valves, bends, tees, anchor couplings, service connections, and fire hydrants. The project also requires civil site work such as concrete pavement, sidewalk, access ramps, storm sewer, curb inlets, demolition, erosion control, and traffic control. Submissions are due by March 10, 2026, at the City's submission location in Lawrence, KS. A notice of interest deadline is set for February 27, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- 2” waterline
- Valves
- Bends
- Tees
- Anchor couplings
- Service connections
- Fire hydrants
- Concrete pavement
- Sidewalk
- Access ramps
- Storm sewer
- Curb inlets
- Demolition and removals
- Erosion control
- Traffic control
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Government-project.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/232557/f90fc6ff-022a-4520-a30f-
- Government-project.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/232557/d425e3cf-3f0a-41fc-b319-
- Https://api.procurement.opengov.com/api/v1/attachments/1624016
- Submit to
- 6 East 6th Street P.O. Box 708, Lawrence, KS, 66044
- Scope location
- Lawrence, KS
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Lawrence?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 10, 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: 6 East 6th Street P.O. Box 708, Lawrence, KS, 66044. For questions, contact Chris Rice.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Lawrence in KS, 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 Chris Rice at (785) 764-5531. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 2” waterline, Valves, Bends, Tees, Anchor couplings, Service connections, Fire hydrants, Concrete pavement, Sidewalk, Access ramps, Storm sewer, Curb inlets, Demolition and removals, Erosion control, Traffic control. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lawrence?
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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: government-project.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/232557/f90fc6ff-022a-4520-a30f-..., government-project.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/232557/d425e3cf-3f0a-41fc-b319-..., https://api.procurement.opengov.com/. Review the full document from City of Lawrence for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lawrence, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.