What the buyer needs
AI summaryDalton Utilities requests proposals to perform a leak detection survey and pinpointing project covering approximately 123.78 miles of water distribution lines and connected valves, hydrants, and services. The selected contractor must mark and document all detected leaks, perform necessary pot holing to access mains, provide weekly progress reports, and deliver a comprehensive final report. Bidders must submit equipment details, laborer qualifications, a completed bid sheet with a total project price, and an active Certificate of Insurance. Onshore US organizations must submit bids by email to Charlie Morrow by 10:00 AM on November 13, 2026, and must complete the project within 60 calendar days of the notice to proceed.
Scope of work
- Leak detection survey and pinpointing covering approximately 123.78 miles of water distribution lines and connected facilities
- Clearly mark each leak in the field
- Report all leaks discovered on private service lines to Dalton Utilities
- Perform pot holing required to gain access to mains for testing
- Supply weekly progress reports to the field technician
- Deliver a detailed report of leak locations, estimated GPM loss, and street address
- Deliver a Final Report including project summary, survey review, data sheets, drawings, pictures, and a prioritization schedule
- Attend pre-project meeting at Dalton Utilities prior to beginning fieldwork
Minimum qualifications
- Participation in the federal E-Verify Program pursuant to the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act (SB 529)
Documents to include with your response
- Completed bid sheet (Attachment C)
- Proposal detailing methodology, equipment, and personnel planned for the project
- Names and qualifications of laborers to perform work
- Active Certificate of Insurance listing Dalton Utilities and City of Dalton as additional named insured
- Schedule to determine monthly progress billing
- Executed E-Verify Affidavit (Attachment E)
How to submit
- Method
- Instructions
- Bids are due back to Charlie Morrow via email at [email protected].