Utility Locate Services

Pinellas County is seeking a qualified firm to provide comprehensive utility locate services for its extensive water, sewer, reclaimed‑water, and related infrastructure network. The contractor will receive electronic locate tickets via the county’s Utilisphere system, screen each request against ArcGIS‑based asset drawings, determine conflicts, and respond with the appropriate Sunshine 811 code. Emergency and short‑notice tickets require same‑day response, including weekend/holiday coverage. The contractor must supply ground‑penetrating radar, pipe/cable locators, metal detectors, and be able to bill on a per‑ticket basis (estimated 50,000 tickets annually) plus hourly rates for specialized crews and equipment. Monthly invoicing, reporting, and status meetings are required. • Respond to all locate tickets (≈50 k tickets/yr) via electronic ticketing system • Perform on‑site verification for tickets that intersect county assets or fall within fenced boundaries • Provide emergency/after‑hours response (weekends & holidays) • Supply and operate GPR, metal detectors, and other locating equipment • Bill per ticket and per hour for specialized crews (e.g., MOT crews, vacuum trucks) • Deliver monthly reports and attend regular status meetings • Must have proven experience with at least three similar contracts and four references