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Borough reports unexpectedly high bid for Well No. 4 improvements, council pauses next step
Summary
Montoursville officials said only one bid arrived for the Well No. 4 improvements and it was far higher than earlier estimates, prompting council to pause and consider next steps rather than award the work. Streets and Water Coordinator Mr. Hoffman said the formal bid was almost $100,000 higher than an earlier $150,000 figure.
Montoursville Borough reviewed bids for the Waterworks Well No. 4 Improvements (Contract No. 1 general‑mechanical work) and reported a single, unexpectedly high bid, prompting council to delay action. "Only one person placed a bid that was very unexpectedly high," Borough Manager Donna M. Taggart said; Streets and Water Coordinator Mr. Hoffman told council that an early estimate was roughly $150,000 but the formal bid arrived nearly $100,000 higher with no explanation from the bidder.
Council discussed taking more time to review the pricing and recommended waiting before proceeding with award or rebidding to ensure competitive pricing and clarity on the scope. No contract award was made at the April 6 meeting.
