Project Information

Bid Title

High Pressure Line Cap - Cross Street

Issuing Agency

State Government of Vermont

Location

Vermont

Published Date

Apr 22, 2026

Closing Date

May 13, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

High Pressure Line Cap - Cross Street Request Date: 4/22/2026 3:16:21 PM Open Date: Closing Date: 5/13/2026 4:30 PM Intent To Bid Deadline: Est. Dollar Value: $0.00 RFQ Number: Town of Brighton PO Box 377 49 Mill Street Extension Island Pond , VT 05846 Bid Type: Request for Proposal Locations: Essex Keywords: Plumbing and Heating, Construction (Non Building), Water Treatment, General Contractor Bid Description: The Town of Brighton is soliciting bids from qualified contractors with high pressure lines. The purpose of this project is to ensure the safe closure of a line to prevent future flooding. Project Background There is an abandoned lead service line connected with a gooseneck to the watermain. This froze and ruptured in January of 2025, resulting in flooding of the immediate vicinity on Cross Street. The line has a temporary cap which was placed in the spring of 2025. The line requires removal from the main line. Possible challenges of project to include: Identifying if goose neck is lead soldered or threaded; possibility of gate valve closure failure and expanded contamination of main line. Scope of Work •        Coordination with Digsafe •        Location and mapping of existing utilities in the project area •        Contractor must be familiar with high risk, tight digs, and preferably have experience with jetting capabilities. •        Must use certified flagging company during any work within the roadway •        Coordination with Vermont Electric Coop to stabilize a utility pole adjacent to project area •        Coordination with H2O innovation for water shut off and relieve pressure from system •        Removal of abandoned pipe off mainline •        Perform all pressure testing and backfill of area to ensure stabilization and future integrity of line •        Coordinate line flushing and boil water notice with businesses, operators, and board. •        Complete cleanup and site preparation for concrete, topsoil, seed and hay. •        Be sure to advise H2O Innovation when water quality testing is needed •        Use of Trench Box is required at the dig site Cleanup and Final Inspection •        Remove all equipment, debris, and materials from the site. •        Prepare area for reseeding of grass or cement work as needed •        Conduct a final inspection with the Town of Brighton representative and H2O Innovation Special Considerations Project must be completed by July 1 or started after July 6 due to July 4th celebration planned in the park Special Instructions: Contact Information: Michael Strait Phone: (802) 266-1054 Fax: Email: mike@brightonvt.gov For additional information: BrightonVT.gov Bid Attachments: Site Visit: Date: Interested contractors are encouraged to visit 95 Cross Street or arrange a site visit with Zach Letourneau, 802-673-2542, ipwtp@brightonvt.gov or Katie Mientka, 802-723-0280, admin3@brightonvt.gov. The last day to schedule a site visit is Friday, May 8, 2026.

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 237110Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
• NAICS 237130Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction

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