Opportunity
Norwich Bonfire #27-38
NPU Cross-Connection and Backflow Services
Posted
October 22, 2026
Respond By
November 16, 2026
Identifier
27-38
NAICS
541990, 238220
Norwich Public Utilities is seeking proposals for cross-connection and backflow services in its water-service area. - Government buyer: Norwich Public Utilities (NPU), City of Norwich, Connecticut. - Service area: Norwich and portions of Bozrah, Franklin, Lebanon, Lisbon, Montville, and Preston. - Services requested: Cross-connection and backflow-related work; the detailed scope and pricing requirements are in the bid package and proposal pricing form, which were not provided here. - Workload context: NPU reports approximately 300 annual inspections, 860 five-year inspections (about 170 due annually), and 800 testable devices. These figures describe the existing workload and are not confirmed contract quantities. Testing has historically been performed by NPU or its designated representative and by contractors working for building owners. - Reporting: Inspection and test data is compiled for state reporting and NPU review. - OEMs, vendors, and products: No OEMs, vendor companies, products, models, or part numbers are identified.
Description
NPU provides water service to the City of Norwich and portions of Bozrah, Franklin, Lebanon, Lisbon, Montville, and Preston. The source reports approximately 300 annually required inspections, 860 five-year required inspections, and 800 testable devices in 2025. Data from inspections and tests was compiled into the State report for NPU review before the March 1 reporting deadline. The solicitation seeks proposals related to cross connections and backflow; further scope details are provided in the bid package and proposal pricing form.