Description
The City of Wilmington is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive backflow preventer services across the municipality. The scope includes inventory verification, annual testing and inspection of roughly 208 devices, full maintenance and repair (including replacement when necessary), same‑day emergency response, detailed reporting, and provision of an online database for results. The contractor must coordinate schedules with city officials, adhere to state and local water‑system regulations, maintain required insurance and certifications, and submit billing documentation that mirrors inspection reports. This is a one‑year contract with two optional one‑year extensions, beginning July 1 2026.
• Perform annual testing, inspection, and maintenance of ~208 backflow preventers city‑wide.
• Provide same‑day emergency service and ensure repairs are completed in a single visit whenever possible.
• Deliver detailed written and electronic reports, including online database access, within one week of each inspection cycle.
• Comply with OSHA, city site‑access protocols, insurance minimums, E‑Verify, and non‑collusion certifications.