Canton recommends H & W Contracting for Beavercreek sewer repair after low bid of $724,000

The Canton City Commission reviewed bids and engineering recommendations for the Beavercreek sanitary sewer repair and authorized the project to H & W Contracting, the low bidder at $724,000, after the city engineer reported bids and schedule.

JSA (city engineer) told commissioners that three contractors were solicited, two bids were received, and H & W’s proposal was complete and consistent with the engineer’s work. The city's initial estimate was about $755,000; a high bid from another contractor approached $1.4 million. JSA recommended awarding to H & W based on prior local experience and a complete bid packet.

Engineers and commissioners discussed FEMA reimbursement: staff said they had submitted plans and cost records and would pursue cost‑share; commissioners noted that if FEMA did not cover the expected share, the city would still need to complete the work because the exposed sewer line is vulnerable to freeze and further damage. JSA said H & W expected to mobilize in mid‑October after award and bond submission, with substantial construction activity aimed at completion by mid‑December and final seeding and cleanup by spring 2025.

Commission action: after a motion and second, the commission authorized staff to sign notices and proceed with contracting steps necessary to begin the emergency repair work.

What happens next: staff will finalize contract documents with H & W, submit updated cost documentation to FEMA for potential reimbursement, and oversee construction and restoration phases.