Root Control Services

The City of Flint is seeking a vendor to provide chemical root‑control services for its Water Service Center sewer network. The contract will cover the supply and application of root‑control chemicals, labor, equipment, and any additional manhole work, with pricing submitted on a per‑linear‑foot basis for various pipe diameters. The solicitation is open from July 10 2026 with a question deadline of July 17 2026 and a bid submission deadline of July 27 2026. The contract term runs three years (July 1 2026 – June 30 2029), and the City may hold bids for up to 120 days after opening. Local vendors receive a competitive advantage, and bids must remain firm for 120 days. • Service: Chemical root‑control for municipal sewer lines (6‑ to 21‑inch pipe sizes, plus manholes). • Pricing: Unit rates per linear foot; no total contract value disclosed. • Requirements: Full proposal package (exhibits A‑G), signatures, and acknowledgment of Addendum #1; compliance with insurance and bonding standards. • Evaluation: Cost, serviceability, financial stability, and compliance with RFP requirements.