Distribution System Leak Detection Services

The City of Benicia is a full-service city with approximately 150 miles of sewer mains ,160 miles of water mains and 1351 hydrants. The Public Works department is requesting proposals from qualified companies to perform annual system wide leak detection and on-call services for the City's water distribution system. This will include leak detecting water mains, water service lines, valves, and fire hydrant lines throughout the City on weekdays, weekends, holidays, and after hours. Jobsites will include the City's Water Treatment Plant, Wastewater Treatment Plant, and Raw Water Transmission Line.

This service contract will cover a two-year period beginning upon contract execution in FY 2025-26 and extending through FY 2026-27.

The City of Benicia is a general law city located in Solano County. The City maintains an approximately 160 mile distribution system that includes water mains, valves, hydrants, over 10,000 water service lines, and 15 miles of raw water transmission line. The City of Benicia aims to reduce water loss within the distribution system. Detecting and repairing unknown leaks, or leaks that are not yet visible above the surface is vital to achieving this goal. In addition to reducing water loss, repairing undetected leaks improves system efficiency, supports preventative maintenance, and has positive safety and financial impacts as well, as it may prevent damage to property. The City is looking for a company that is thorough, detail oriented, and committed to helping achieve these goals.