City council approves $960,000 lead service‑line replacement bid to replace about 90 services

The Monmouth City Council voted unanimously to award a $960,000 contract to Advanced Plumbing for a lead service‑line replacement project funded by a congressional grant from Congressman Sorenson. Water Superintendent Eric Johnson told the council the grant is intended to replace approximately 90 services.

Eric Johnson, water superintendent, said the project was advertised for 30 days (published March 26 in Gailsburg) and that the city solicited bids from multiple contractors. Johnson said the city received a single bid from Advanced Plumbing; engineers reviewed the submission and Johnson recommended the council approve that bid.

Council members asked clarifying questions about the scope and costs. One alderman asked whether the congressional grant would cover about 90 services; Johnson replied the funding should cover roughly 90 services and that a single service replacement could run “about 10,000” if work is needed from the distribution main to the house. Council members indicated support for moving forward.

A motion to approve the bid was made and seconded. The clerk conducted a roll call vote; the transcript records unanimous ‘yes’ votes by members present and the motion carried.

The council took no further amendments or conditions on the award during the meeting. Next steps identified by staff include contract finalization and construction planning; the water department will proceed with the award to Advanced Plumbing and scheduling of service replacements.

Because only one bid was received, staff and council may pursue usual procurement follow‑up (contract review, acceptance of bid terms, and scheduling). The council did not record a named mover or seconder in the meeting minutes provided.