Cape Fear Public Utility Authority Civicplus #26S1215

Valve Exercise and Maintenance Program for Water Distribution System – CFPUA

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking a qualified contractor to deliver a comprehensive Valve Exercise and Maintenance Program for its water distribution system. - Government Buyer: - Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA), Wilmington, NC - Scope of Services: - Locate, identify, assess, inspect, and exercise water distribution system valves - Perform minor valve repairs, including valve box raising, realignment, confined space entry, and operating nut replacement (without excavation) - Collect mapping-grade GPS data for all valves - Integrate collected data into CFPUA’s ESRI-based GIS system - Provide a web-based project management dashboard with live statistical metrics - Coordinate unidirectional flushing activities - Key Requirements: - Contractor must have demonstrated experience with similar valve maintenance programs - Project manager must have at least five years of relevant supervisory experience - GIS information manager must hold a current GISP certification - Adherence to safety and environmental standards is mandatory - Contractor must supply all necessary equipment and qualified personnel - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are mentioned in the solicitation - The program is focused on professional services and field operations, not the procurement of specific manufactured products

Description

The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) is seeking an experienced contractor to perform valve exercising within its service area. The project involves assessment, maintenance, and repair of valves in the water distribution system to extend asset life expectancy, reduce long-term operations and maintenance costs, and enhance geospatial information management. The contractor will evaluate and improve valve operability, document information into CFPUA's GIS system, provide a web-based project management dashboard, and perform discretionary infrastructure repairs. This is part of CFPUA's ongoing asset management program serving over 200,000 customers in New Hanover County.

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