RFP -PW-Water Transmission System Valve Exercising

The City of Minneapolis seeks a qualified consulting firm to locate, exercise, and condition‑assess 355 water‑transmission system gate valves (sizes 24‑ to 48‑in.) and deliver detailed reports, photographs, and minor repair services. The work includes confined‑space entry, traffic‑control coordination, compliance with living‑wage and prevailing‑wage requirements, and the provision of GIS data to the awardee. The contractor must submit a full technical and price proposal by the extended deadline of September 9, 2026. • Perform valve locating, exercise each valve (minimum torque, three full cycles), and assess condition. • Provide interior vault photographs, depth measurements, and minor repairs (gear, packing, greasing). • Deliver GIS‑compatible datasets and final reports for each valve; comply with OSHA confined‑space and city traffic‑control standards.