In plain English
The City of Bentonville is seeking qualified, licensed, and insured contractors to survey about 372 miles of water mains for leaks using industry-standard methods. Contractors must provide regular updates and a final report with leak locations, estimated water loss, and findings. The initial contract is one year, with annual renewals possible for up to five years; the city may award to one or multiple providers.
About this bid
The City of Bentonville, Arkansas (City) is accepting formal proposals from properly qualified, experienced, licensed, and insured contractors to perform a comprehensive leak detection survey of approximately 372 miles of water transmission and distribution mains to identify, verify, and document leaks throughout the system. The project shall utilize industry-standard leak detection technologies and methods consistent with the current edition of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) Manual M36, Water Audits and Loss Control Programs, or any subsequent edition in effect at the time the work is performed. The goal is to identify potential sources of water loss and improve overall system…
Details
- Agency
- City of Bentonville
- Classification (PSC)
- Leak Detectors; Utility Locating / Leak Detection Service
- Place of performance
- Arkansas
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Documents
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- RFP-26-81 Water System Leak Detection Services.pdf
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