USA(California)
FIRE-0021

RFP Description

The vendor shall provide inspection services for 1,818 city utilities fire hydrants.

  • A list of hydrants with GIS map will be provided, showing GIS ID and address.

  • Submit weekly batches of hydrants with maps, scaled to crew size.

  • All inspections must be completed within 6 consecutive months from the project start date.

  • Work must occur during business hours: Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (excluding city holidays).

  • Vendor must implement traffic control to ensure safety and prevent accidents.

  • Foot/Isolation Valve: Must be operated to verify isolation, left open, and fully documented (start/end position, success/failure of operation and isolation).

  • Hydrant Control Valve: Same operation and documentation as above.

Visual Inspection – Record:
• Damage (body, threads, stems) • Missing operator nuts/outlet caps • Blue reflector (present/absent)
• Paint issues • Leaks • Landscaping needs

Performance Testing:

  • Record pressure at 2 ½″ outlet using approved gauge.

  • Flow hydrant to ensure flow remains consistent.

  • Verify operation of 2 ½″ and 4″ outlet valves.

  • Include photo of each hydrant with GIS ID visible.

Contract Term: 5 years  Questions Due: June 9, 2025

Timeline

RFP Posted Date: Monday, 02 Jun, 2025
Proposal Meeting/
Conference Date:
NA
NA
Deadline for
Questions/inquiries:
Monday, 09 Jun, 2025
Proposal Due Date: Friday, 20 Jun, 2025
Authority: Government
Acceptable: Only for USA Organization
Work of Performance: Onsite
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