IFB_2200_DCG1041_ADD_1_v1.pdf

This is a Solicitation Addendum issued by Austin Financial Services – Central Procurement for the City of Austin related to IFB 2200 DCG1041 for Leak Detection Dog Services. The addendum extends the solicitation due date from September 24, 2026, to October 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The City seeks to establish a contract with a trained leak detection dog and professional services provider to support water loss control and wastewater system efficiency. The contractor must provide a dog certified in detecting both treated potable water and wastewater leaks, paired with a qualified handler. All offerors must acknowledge receipt of this addendum by returning a signed copy with their proposal prior to the solicitation closing date; failure to do so may result in offer rejection.

The City of Austin's Small Business Preference Program applies to this solicitation, with small business primes eligible for full preference and non-small businesses using small business subcontractors eligible for partial preference if combined subcontracting values meet or exceed 5 percent of total contract value. All offerors must certify compliance with the City of Austin Wage Theft Ordinance and complete wage theft training within 30 days of award. The contractor must demonstrate at least three years of documented experience providing leak detection dogs in potable water and wastewater utility environments, with handlers possessing a minimum of two years of experience with the specific dog provided and credentials from recognized organizations such as the National Association of Canine Scent Work or American Working Dog Association. Insurance requirements include Workers' Compensation and Employers' Liability ($100,000 per accident / $500,000 by disease), Commercial General Liability ($500,000 per occurrence), and Business Automobile Liability ($500,000 combined single limits). Bidders must provide at least three references from municipalities or utilities using their services within the past five years and submit documentation of all qualifications, certifications, veterinary records, and handler experience.