The Scope of Work includes construction of approximately 1,461 linear feet of 4-inch diameter PVC force main; 600 linear feet of 8-inch diameter PVC gravity sewer; associated manholes, cleanouts, and air release valves; a lift station, valve vault and associated components; 24 linear feet of 8-foot diameter RCP pipe for emergency storage, 1,900 linear feet of 4-inch diameter conduit for 3-phase electric extension; site fencing; access road construction; finish grading and seeding; and other incidental items and work described in the Project Manual, or reasonably inferable therefrom. A bid security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the bid amount must accompany each bid, in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. The Village of Kingdom City anticipates issuing notice to proceed in December 2023. The wage rates applicable to this project have been predetermined as required by law and are set forth in this specification. When Federal wage rates are applicable and included, this contract is subject to the "Work Hours Act of 1962," (P.L. 87-581: 76 Stat. 357) and implementing regulations. Effective January 1, 2009, and pursuant to RSMo 285.530 (1), No business entity or employer shall knowingly employ, hire for employment, or continue to employ an unauthorized alien to perform work within the state of Missouri. The successful bidder must submit a sworn affidavit and documentation affirming the business entity's enrollment and participation in the federal work authorization program and that all of its employees working for the contracted services are not illegal immigrants. Upon signing the contract, the successful contractor and any subcontractor performing the work shall provide a ten hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) construction safety program for their on-site employees. The Village of Kingdom City hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.