Austin Afo #RFI 2200 RBB5001

Austin Water Seeks Drone-Based Exterior Cleaning Services for Facilities

The City of Austin, through Austin Water, is seeking industry input for a future contract to provide drone-based exterior cleaning services for municipal water facilities and treatment plants. - Government Buyer: - City of Austin, Austin Water (AW) - Products and Services Requested: - Drone-based exterior cleaning services for facility exteriors at various heights (up to and over 150 feet) - Pre-cleaning inspection and assessment using drone imagery - Post-cleaning inspection and documentation with reporting - Mobilization/demobilization of equipment and personnel - Use of environmentally responsible cleaning agents (e.g., Citra Shield or approved equal) - Sodium hypochlorite solution (if approved by the City) - Runoff containment and mitigation services - Wastewater collection and disposal - Additional drone operator labor, including weekend/holiday services and standby time - Routine and preventive maintenance services for drone equipment - Notable Requirements: - All-inclusive pricing (no separate administrative or transportation charges) - Contractor must supply all drones, cleaning systems, and support equipment - Compliance with environmental, safety, and permitting standards - Ability to clean elevated and hard-to-reach areas without scaffolding or manual access - Detailed reporting and documentation required - Preference for non-corrosive, environmentally safe cleaning agents - Services typically scheduled Tuesday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM - No specific OEMs are named, but the opportunity is relevant to manufacturers of drones, drone cleaning systems, and environmentally responsible cleaning chemicals.

Description

The City of Austin seeks to establish a contract with a qualified contractor to provide drone-based exterior cleaning services for Austin Water. The services include full exterior cleaning of reservoirs using UAVs equipped with appropriate cleaning technology, pre-cleaning and post-cleaning inspections, and environmental compliance. The contractor must provide all necessary drones, cleaning systems, and support equipment, and ensure safety and environmental standards are met. The solicitation is a Request for Information (RFI) to gather input to inform a future scope of work and contract.

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