Provision of Backflow Testing and Re-Testing on an Annual Contract

The County of Gwinnett is seeking a qualified vendor to provide an annual backflow‑assembly testing and retesting service for its water‑distribution system. The contract covers roughly 815 initial tests and 246 retests of various backflow prevention devices across the county, with no repair work required. The vendor must submit electronic test reports within ten days of field work, provide photographic documentation on request, and maintain a 24‑hour on‑call contact throughout the contract term. All field staff must be licensed in Georgia, carry OSHA‑approved confined‑space equipment, and display company identification on vehicles. The work is performed during standard county hours, with any out‑of‑hours activity requiring prior written approval. The contract is one year with up to four optional twelve‑month renewals, and the award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. • Approx. 815 backflow assemblies tested and 246 retested annually. • Vendor must be on Gwinnett County’s Approved Backflow Prevention Device Testers List and provide extensive insurance coverage. • Reporting must be electronic, submitted within 10 days; invoices must be itemized and include PO numbers. • No repairs are included; failed devices are reported for county‑initiated retesting.