Austin Afo #IFB 2200 BYS1060

Acoustic leak detection services for Austin Water’s distribution system

The City of Austin is seeking a contractor to find and document leaks across its water distribution system. - Government buyer: City of Austin; Austin Water; Austin Financial Services – Central Procurement. - Requested service: Acoustic leak detection covering an estimated 500 linear miles per year of assigned water mains. The contractor supplies all personnel, equipment, transportation, and materials. - Technical requirements: Investigate suspicious noises and pinpoint leaks within 6 feet; collect GPS-linked survey, asset-condition, and mapping-discrepancy data; provide GIS deliverables and daily, monthly, and annual reports. GPS data must meet sub-meter accuracy, and crews must be qualified. - Work coordination: The City assigns survey locations and must approve work plans and data formats. Work is scheduled during normal business hours, Monday through Friday. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, products, or prospective vendors are named in the opportunity.

Description

The City of Austin is seeking leak detection services for an estimated 500 linear miles of its water distribution system per year. A survey mile is one linear mile of water distribution main assigned through City GIS mapping, regardless of the number of appurtenances inspected. The contractor must provide all materials, equipment, transportation, and labor needed to perform the work. Insurance is required, and offers must be submitted through the procurement portal.

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