Fire Hydrant Assessment Program

The City of Kingsport opened bids for a Fire Hydrant Assessment Program, a mid‑size municipal project aimed at inspecting and evaluating the condition of fire hydrants throughout the city. Two vendors were identified—Xylem Dewatering Solutions Inc. dba. Wachs Water Services and Hydromax USA LLC—with Hydromax’s bid disclosed at $366,150. One bid was rejected due to a missing bid bond, and the city will evaluate the remaining submission(s) before making a recommendation. This opportunity is relevant for firms that specialize in water infrastructure inspection, fire‑protection system assessment, and related engineering consulting. • Scope likely includes field inspections, condition reporting, and recommendations for repairs or replacements of fire hydrants. • Contract value appears to be in the $300‑$400 k range, indicating a moderate‑size award. • Vendor compliance (bid bond) is a critical requirement; future bidders should ensure full bid‑bond submission. • No detailed technical specifications, schedule, or award timeline were provided, so additional clarification will be needed.