Description
The City of Wilmington seeks a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive testing, inspection, maintenance, and repair of its municipal backflow preventer fleet (approximately 208 devices). The contractor must verify inventory, conduct annual testing per state and local regulations, provide same‑day emergency response, deliver detailed written and electronic reports, and manage scheduling in coordination with City staff. The work includes on‑site service, parts replacement, and documentation for billing and compliance.
• Perform annual testing/inspection of ~208 backflow preventers city‑wide, adhering to NFPA and state water‑system standards.
• Provide maintenance, repairs, and replacements in a single visit whenever possible; respond to emergency calls the same day.
• Submit detailed property reports within one week of each inspection, and grant online database access for real‑time data viewing.
• Coordinate quarterly schedules with City officials; follow OSHA safety protocols and maintain required insurance and certifications.