Backflow Device Testing Services

The City of Haverhill, MA solicits bids for Certified Backflow Testers to perform initial tests, annual and bi-annual tests, and re-tests of backflow prevention devices. The required scope includes testing Reduced Pressure Backflow Preventers semiannually, Double Check Valve Assemblies annually, and Pressure Vacuum Breakers annually. The contractor must schedule tests directly with identified customers, furnish all necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, supplies, facilities, vehicle, and supervision, and conduct work offsite. Additionally, the contractor must obtain tags prior to testing, apply rolled and twist-tied tags to passed devices, and make all reasonable attempts to retest failing devices without counting those attempts as additional tests. To qualify, eligible bidders must be an onshore USA organization. The buyer seeks proposals for the budget and provides no specific evaluation criteria or key dates in the supplied text.