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

Gwinnett County is seeking a qualified vendor to perform annual testing and retesting of approximately 750 backflow prevention assemblies (RPZ, Double‑Check, PVB, DCDA) located throughout the county. The contractor must locate each device, conduct visual inspections, functional tests, and provide electronic reports within 10 days of testing, while maintaining a 24‑hour on‑call contact and meeting all licensing, insurance, and safety requirements. The contract is a one‑year initial term with up to four optional one‑year renewals, and the award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. • Scope: Test ~815 assemblies annually and retest ~246 assemblies as needed; no repair work included. • Requirements: GA‑licensed technicians, OSHA‑approved confined‑space gear, insurance (CGL $2 M, auto $1 M, etc.), E‑Verify, three recent references, and inclusion on the County’s approved backflow tester list by the quote due date. • Timeline: Pre‑bid conference May 7, questions due May 13, quote deadline May 22 2026, testing to be completed within 14 days of notification, reports due within 10 days of testing.