Bid guide
How to bid on Valve and Wet Tap Installation Services for Dekalb County Government
What Dekalb County is buying
Dekalb County, Georgia, is seeking bids for a three-year multiyear contract for valve and wet tap installation services. These services are for the Department of Watershed Management and will be provided on an as-needed basis. The county will furnish materials unless otherwise directed.
The work involves installing valves and wet taps on active water mains. This includes necessary tasks such as trench excavation and shoring, hydrostatic pressure testing, traffic control, and site restoration. All work must follow County standards and specifications.
Key dates and deadlines
The deadline for submitting bids is August 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Bids submitted after this time will not be accepted. It is important to submit your bid on time.
A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. You must attend this meeting to be eligible to bid on this opportunity.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in water utility infrastructure, specifically valve and wet tap installations. Companies that can perform excavation, pressure testing, and site restoration in accordance with county standards are encouraged to bid.
The contract is for routine and emergency services, so vendors should be prepared to respond to requests on an as-needed basis over a three-year period.
How to respond
All solicitation documents are available exclusively through the County's eProcurement Portal. You must access all information and submit your bid through this portal.
First, click on "View original source" to open the solicitation on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). You can view the posting and its documents without needing an account. Some Georgia events direct documents and responses to an external "Event Link"; otherwise, submit your bid as instructed on the posting before the deadline.
Practical tips for preparing your response
Since a pre-bid meeting is mandatory, ensure you attend to gain any insights or clarifications directly from the county. This is also an opportunity to ask questions that could inform your bid strategy.
Carefully review all County standards and specifications mentioned in the solicitation. Your bid should clearly demonstrate your ability to meet these requirements for all aspects of the work, including excavation, pressure testing, traffic control, and site restoration. Highlight your experience with similar projects and your capacity to provide both routine and emergency services.
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Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Dekalb County Government; the original posting controls.