Tacoma Water Request for Bids - Water Main Replacement Project TW26-0154F / FRP 2024-0063
City of TacomaCity · Tacoma, WA- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brandon Snow
- (253) 502-8468
The 30-second brief
Install approximately 653 lineal feet of 8-inch Ductile Iron Water Main and Fittings along 67th Avenue West between 40th St W and 38th St W in University Place, WA. The project involves trench excavation and disposal, trench shoring, crushed surfacing top course, HMA paving for permanent trench patch, gate valves, fire hydrants, stormwater and sanitary/side sewer restoration, test holes, and concrete thrust anchors. Submittal deadline is September 15, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Questions must be submitted to Brandon Snow by email to [email protected] no later than 3:00 pm PST on August 27th, 2026. The engineer's estimate is $329,643.00. Requires prevailing wages under RCW 39.12, Equity in Contracting (EIC) requirements (16% MBE, 10% WBE, 8% SBE), bid bond, payment and performance bonds, and insurance certificates.
653 LF of 8-inch Ductile Iron Water Main, Fittings, Gate valves, Fire hydrants, Test holes, Trench excavation and disposal, Trench shoring, Crushed surfacing top course, HMA pavement patching, Storm/sanitary/side sewer restoration, Concrete thrust anchors
Price, Experience, Delivery Time and Responsibility
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Summary
Install approximately 653 lineal feet of 8-inch Ductile Iron Water Main and Fittings along 67th Avenue West between 40th St W and 38th St W in University Place, WA. The project involves trench excavation and disposal, trench shoring, crushed surfacing top course, HMA paving for permanent trench patch, gate valves, fire hydrants, stormwater and sanitary/side sewer restoration, test holes, and concrete thrust anchors.
Submittal deadline is September 15, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Questions must be submitted to Brandon Snow by email to [email protected] no later than 3:00 pm PST on August 27th, 2026. The engineer's estimate is $329,643.00. Requires prevailing wages under RCW 39.12, Equity in Contracting (EIC) requirements (16% MBE, 10% WBE, 8% SBE), bid bond, payment and performance bonds, and insurance certificates.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Experience
- Delivery Time and Responsibility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- 653 LF of 8-inch Ductile Iron Water Main
- Fittings
- Gate valves
- Fire hydrants
- Test holes
- Trench excavation and disposal
- Trench shoring
- Crushed surfacing top course
- HMA pavement patching
- Storm/sanitary/side sewer restoration
- Concrete thrust anchors
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Signature Page
- Bid Proposal
- Bid Bond
- Certification of Compliance with Wage Payment Statutes
- State Responsibility and Reciprocal Bid Preference Information
- List of Subcontractor Categories of Work
- EIC Utilization Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- University Place, WA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Tacoma?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Brandon Snow.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Tacoma in WA, 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 Brandon Snow at (253) 502-8468. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 653 LF of 8-inch Ductile Iron Water Main, Fittings, Gate valves, Fire hydrants, Test holes, Trench excavation and disposal, Trench shoring, Crushed surfacing top course, HMA pavement patching, Storm/sanitary/side sewer restoration, Concrete thrust anchors. 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: "Price, Experience, Delivery Time and Responsibility" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Tacoma?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Tacoma are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Tacoma 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: Signature Page, Bid Proposal, Bid Bond, Certification of Compliance with Wage Payment Statutes, State Responsibility and Reciprocal Bid Preference Information, List of Subcontractor Categories of Work. Review the full document from City of Tacoma for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: University Place, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.