The work generally consists of replacement of approximately one-hundred and fifty (150) lead or galvanized steel lines for residences within the Borough of East Newark from the water main to the water meter in the home. The project is funded through the SRF program. The total dollar amount of the construction project will not exceed the funds available. The number of water service lines will be adjusted based on the accepted unit price bid to stay within budget. Work will generally include coordination with the homeowner, verification of water service line material inside the home and at the curb stop, excavation, removal or abandonment of existing service line, installation of copper service line, curb stop and box, ball valves, testing, flushing, backfill, soil erosion and sediment control, traffic control, housekeeping, full restoration to existing conditions including landscaping, sidewalks, curbs, paving, striping, data management in ArcGIS and other tasks to complete the work. Work may require dewatering and trench shoring.
