2026 Forcemain Project RFP

Meridian Township is requesting proposals for the installation of a new 3” pressurized sanitary sewer to provide service to 15 properties currently on septic systems. Sewer may be installed via open-cut or trenchless methods. Laterals will be left at the property lines for future hookups. Sealed proposals will be received by Meridian Township, Ingham County, Michigan, at the Meridian Township Clerk’s Office, Municipal Building, 5151 Marsh Road, Okemos, Michigan, 48864-1198, Ph. (517) 853-4000, up to 11:00 a.m., local time on Friday, February 20th, 2026 for the installation of a sanitary sewer pressure main, after which time, proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids are solicited on a unit price basis. The work involves the following major bid items: • Installation of 2880 feet of 3” HDPE DR 11 Sanitary Pressure Sewer by open-cut or trenchless methods; • Installation of 15 new curb boxes and 1.5” Service Laterals to Property Lines; • Installation of 4 new 48” diameter Manholes; • Connection of the new Sanitary Sewer to an existing Manhole with an internal drop connection. Proposals shall include the furnishing of all labor, material, and equipment to complete the project. Work on the project may commence any time after issuing the Notice to Proceed and shall be completed by August 1st, 2026. Work shall be completed within 2 months of the start date. Completion is defined as being constructed, tested, placed in service, and the site restored.