Bypass Pumping Services for Charlotte Water

Charlotte Water, a Department of the City of Charlotte, is requesting proposals for bypass pumping services on an as-needed basis, with proposals due August 26, 2026 and an Intent to Bid due August 4, 2026. The contract is a long-term relationship under an initial two-year term with options to renew for two additional consecutive two-year periods.

The scope encompasses stationary and mobile bypass pumping for gravity sanitary sewer collection systems, lift stations, dewatering of large excavation areas, and process units at Water Treatment Plants and Wastewater Treatment Plants across Mecklenburg County and Cleveland Town. The largest gravity line currently measures 96 inches in diameter; typical field pipes range from 8 to 24 inches. Pricing must be all-inclusive, covering daily maintenance, installation, dismantling, labor, and fuel, with no additional costs permitted. The awardee must meet response time requirements of 2.5 hours during business hours and 4 hours during non-business hours, maintain a 24/7 point of contact, provide detailed invoicing and complete equipment inventory, and display identification signs at all locations except treatment plants.

Proposals are evaluated on qualifications and experience, project approach, cost effectiveness and value, and acceptance of contract terms. A Small Business Enterprise Utilization Form is required as part of the proposal submission; the City is committed to promoting SBE participation. Pricing shall be firm and fixed for the initial two-year term, with price adjustments permitted during renewal terms upon written request submitted at least 60 days prior to renewal.

A non-mandatory virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for August 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. Questions are due August 17, 2026. Contract award by City Council is anticipated on September 28, 2026. Proposals are submitted through the Bonfire e-Procurement Portal.