This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in East Providence, Rhode Island. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The City of East Providence (City) requests proposals from qualified vendors (Contractors) for Professional Leak Detection Services to be performed. The survey will cover the entirety of the City's distribution system consisting of approximately 200 miles of water distribution mains. The intent of this survey is to reduce un-accounted water by pinpointing leaks in the distribution system, reporting leaks, and working with City personnel to confirm leaks have been resolved after repair efforts have been performed. Any questions regarding the RFP may be directed in writing Jim Marvel, Superintendent of Water Utilities Division jmarvel@eastprovidenceri.gov no later than TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 2022 AT 4:00PM. Only when a Contract Security is required in the Request for Proposals cover sheet, the Contractor shall furnish a Surety Bond in an amount equal to at least One Hundred Percent (100%) of the contract price as security for the faithful performance of the contract and for the payment of all persons performing labor on the project under the contract and furnishing materials, equipment and all other incidentals in connection with the contract. The surety on such bonds shall be a duly authorized surety company licensed to bond in the State of Rhode Island, and the cost of same will be paid by the Contractor. Before final acceptance, the bonds must be approved by the City. Cash Discounts offered will be considered in determining awards. However, discounts for a period less than twenty (20) days will not be considered. The discount period shall be computed from date of delivery or from date the correct invoice is received by the City Controller, whichever date is later. The date of delivery shall be construed to mean the date on which the bid item is determined to meet the specifications and is therefore acceptable. The City of East Providence reserves the right to reject any or all bids/proposals and reserves the right to award the RFP to the bidder deemed to be in the best interest of the City.