Sewer Televising

The City of Battle Creek, Michigan, located in Calhoun County, is soliciting bids for an annual sewer televising contract through Invitation for Bid No. 2026-016B. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive closed-circuit television (CCTV) inspection and cleaning services for sanitary sewer systems in Battle Creek, adjacent townships, and the City of Springfield. The project involves four distinct phases: televised sewer inspection, cleaning determination, additional cleaning (if required), and post-cleaning inspection. Contractors must provide unit pricing for services including CCTV inspection, light and heavy sewer cleaning, root cutting, lateral cuts, and patch repairs, with required certifications including NASSCO PACP certification for operators. The initial contract term is three years, with potential renewal options for two additional one-year periods. Bids are due on August 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time and must be submitted through a secure online portal, with the contract to be awarded to the most responsible and responsive bidder based on comprehensive evaluation of submitted pricing and technical capabilities.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability, with the City to be listed as an additional insured. The contract includes detailed documentation requirements, with monthly or project-completion payments subject to detailed review and approval. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the attached price page indicates estimated quantities for various sewer inspection and cleaning services across three contract years, suggesting a potentially substantial project value. The City reserves significant contractual flexibility, including the right to adjust quantities, cancel the contract, and terminate services with appropriate notice. The procurement appears designed to establish a multi-year partnership for ongoing municipal sewer infrastructure maintenance and inspection services, with a structured approach to pricing and service delivery.