Douglas County - OPW 55167 Northeast Omaha High-Rate Treatment Basin Package 1 - NDCS
Douglas CountyCounty · Omaha, NE- Due
- Sep 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Carol Buhr
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Summary
City of Omaha and Douglas County are requesting bids for OPW 55167 Northeast Omaha High-Rate Treatment Basin (NEOHRTB) Package 1 - North Downtown Conveyance Sewer (NDCS).
Project scope requires construction of a 1,970-foot-long 72-inch inside diameter combined sewer gravity conveyance sewer via microtunneling and hand-mining within bedrock, plus construction of launching and receiving shafts for tunnel construction in Omaha, NE. The submission deadline is 2026-09-02. Project includes an SEB reserve of 3.5% for ESB and SB Tier 1 & 2 categories, requires submission of an Economic Sustainability Plan (ESP), and qualifies for optional apprentice utilization with an Apprenticeship Incentive Form (AIF). Bidders must provide a bid bond licensed by Nebraska and listed on Circular 570, or acceptable substitutes.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- Bid Invitation
- OPW 55167 - Specifications Volume 1.pdf
- OPW 55167 - Specifications Volume 2.pdf
- OPW 55167 - Specifications Volume 3.pdf
- OPW 55167 - Drawings.pdf
- OPW 55167 - eBidBond.xlsx
- Exhibit A_SEB Participation Disclosure form (bidders) ADA.docx
- Exhibit B_Certificate of Compliance (ADA).docx
- Exhibit C_Responsible Contractor Compliance Form (ADA).docx
- Exhibit D_Affidavit for Emp Class Act (ADA) 02 18 2025.docx
- Exhibit E_Apprentice Incentive form (AIF) (ADA).docx
- 2025 ESP Rules and Plan Template.pdf
- Bid Submittal I
- C
- P or JV form (ADA).docx
- 00 45 13 - Qualifications Statement.docx
- Submit to
- https://www.demandstar.com/app/limited/bids/544332/details
- Scope location
- Omaha, NE
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Douglas County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.demandstar.com/app/limited/bids/544332/details. For questions, contact Carol Buhr.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Douglas County in NE, 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 Carol Buhr. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Douglas County?
All active and historical solicitations from Douglas County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Douglas County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Bid Invitation, OPW 55167 - Specifications Volume 1.pdf, OPW 55167 - Specifications Volume 2.pdf, OPW 55167 - Specifications Volume 3.pdf, OPW 55167 - Drawings.pdf, OPW 55167 - eBidBond.xlsx, Exhibit. Review the full document from Douglas County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Omaha, NE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.