Procuring leak detection is different from buying plumbing. This guide helps municipal procurement officers understand scope, evaluation criteria, and vendor qualifications.
Key elements of a leak detection RFP
Scope: specify property types and systems. Methods: ask which technologies. Deliverables: require written reports with thermal imagery and moisture maps. Insurance: $5M CGL, WorkSafeBC.
Evaluating vendors
Look for 10+ years in BC public sector, multiple detection methods, adjuster-quality reports, insurance/bonding, and government references.
Sample budget ranges
Single municipal building: $2,000-$5,000. School portfolio: $15,000-$50,000. Water main acoustic survey: $5,000-$20,000/km.
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