Cape Fear Public Utility Authority Civicplus #1249

Engineering Services for Water Storage Tank Condition Assessment Program

The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking qualified engineering firms to provide professional services for its Water Storage Tank Condition Assessment Program. - Government Buyer: - Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA), Wilmington, NC - Scope of Work: - Biennial condition assessments for 17 water storage tanks, including elevated tanks, prestressed concrete clearwells, and ground storage tanks - Level 1 assessments: annual visual and exterior inspections - Level 2 assessments: every three years, detailed interior inspections after draining and cleaning - Coating tests and structural analysis updates - Revision of the CFPUA Elevated Tank Structural Analysis Guidance Letter to update minimum structural guidelines and establish new structural analysis fees - Technical reporting, including asset deficiency categorization by risk and budgetary cost opinions for capital planning - Structural analysis reviews for telecom equipment modifications and asset integrity - Unique Requirements: - Firms must be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State and meet specified insurance requirements - Emphasis on both engineering expertise and experience with water storage tank assessments - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; the opportunity is open to qualified engineering consulting firms

Description

The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) is soliciting statements of qualification from engineering firms experienced in water storage tank condition assessment services. The scope includes biennial condition assessments of various water storage tanks, categorizing asset deficiencies by risk, and providing budgetary cost opinions for capital planning. The project also involves revising the CFPUA Elevated Tank Structural Analysis Guidance Letter and may include structural analysis reviews related to telecommunication equipment on tanks. The contract is expected to last 12 months with up to two 12-month renewals.

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