Town of Hartford Division Street Water Main Replacement Request for Bids 2026
Town of HartfordCity · White River Junction, VT- Due
- Oct 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 25, 2026
- Primary contact
- Christopher Holzwarth
- (802) 295-3622
The 30-second brief
The Town of Hartford is seeking sealed bids from qualified contractors to install approximately 500 feet of 2-inch SDR 9 PE water main along Division Street in Wilder, Vermont. The scope of work includes installing a 2-inch brass corporation valve, eight 2-inch by 1-inch by 2-inch brass tees, eight 1-inch curb stop valves and boxes with a 3/4-inch reducer, approximately 120 feet of 1-inch water service line, tracing wire, and a temporary 2-inch blow-off assembly. All pipe, fittings, and tracing wire will be supplied by the town, while the contractor is responsible for trenching, surface restoration, asphalt, concrete, curbing, landscaping, and disposal of waste materials. Bids are due by October 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM, and evaluation will be heavily weighted on cost, prior experience, workforce availability, and timeline commitment.
Install 2" brass corporation valve; Install approximately 500 LF of 2" SDR 9 PE water main with tracing wire; Assemble and install eight (8) 2" x 1" x 2" brass tees; Install approximately 120 LF of 1" SDR PE water service line with tracing wire; Assemble and install eight (8) 1" curb stop valves and boxes and a ¾" reducer; Assemble and install a 2" blowoff assembly; Mobilization and Demobilization
Cost (60%), Prior Experience and past record of performance (10%), Availability of workforce and equipment (10%), Commitment to project timelines (10%), References (10%), Local Vendor (5%)
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Summary
The Town of Hartford is seeking sealed bids from qualified contractors to install approximately 500 feet of 2-inch SDR 9 PE water main along Division Street in Wilder, Vermont.
The scope of work includes installing a 2-inch brass corporation valve, eight 2-inch by 1-inch by 2-inch brass tees, eight 1-inch curb stop valves and boxes with a 3/4-inch reducer, approximately 120 feet of 1-inch water service line, tracing wire, and a temporary 2-inch blow-off assembly. All pipe, fittings, and tracing wire will be supplied by the town, while the contractor is responsible for trenching, surface restoration, asphalt, concrete, curbing, landscaping, and disposal of waste materials. Bids are due by October 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM, and evaluation will be heavily weighted on cost, prior experience, workforce availability, and timeline commitment.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Install 2" brass corporation valve
- Install approximately 500 LF of 2" SDR 9 PE water main with tracing wire
- Assemble and install eight (8) 2" x 1" x 2" brass tees
- Install approximately 120 LF of 1" SDR PE water service line with tracing wire
- Assemble and install eight (8) 1" curb stop valves and boxes and a ¾" reducer
- Assemble and install a 2" blowoff assembly
- Mobilization and Demobilization
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Letter of Transmittal
- Company Profile and Background
- Key Personnel Information
- References
- Fixed Unit Price Bid Form
- Statement of Exceptions to RFP requirements
- Affidavit
- IRS Form W-9
- Submit to
- Hartford Town Manager’s Office, Division Street Water Main Replacement, 171 Bridge Street, White River Junction, VT 05001
- Scope location
- Wilder, VT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Hartford?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 12, 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: Hartford Town Manager’s Office, Division Street Water Main Replacement, 171 Bridge Street, White River Junction, VT 05001. For questions, contact Christopher Holzwarth.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Hartford in VT, 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 Christopher Holzwarth at (802) 295-3622. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Install 2" brass corporation valve; Install approximately 500 LF of 2" SDR 9 PE water main with tracing wire; Assemble and install eight (8) 2" x 1" x 2" brass tees; Install approximately 120 LF of 1" SDR PE water service line with tracing wire; Assemble and install eight (8) 1" curb stop valves and. 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: "Cost (60%), Prior Experience and past record of performance (10%), Availability of workforce and equipment (10%), Commitment to project timelines (10%), References (10%), Local Vendor (5%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Hartford?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Hartford are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Hartford 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: Letter of Transmittal, Company Profile and Background, Key Personnel Information, References, Fixed Unit Price Bid Form, Statement of Exceptions to RFP requirements, Affidavit, IRS Form W-9. Review the full document from Town of Hartford for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wilder, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.