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Report regarding a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Consulting Services Agreement with Presidio Systems, Inc. of Livermore, California, for $2,389,985.80, and authorizing a total contract budget of $2,760,000.00 for the Condition Assessment of the Sanitary Sewer System (Project No. ss2001). (Jeffrey Chou, Senior Civil Engineer)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a with Presidio Systems, Inc. of Livermore, California, for $2,389,985.80, and authorizing a total contract budget of $2,760,000.00 for the Condition Assessment of the Sanitary Sewer System (Project No. ss2001).
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The City's Public Works Department is embarking on an ambitious project to assess the condition of the entire City's sanitary sewer gravity system by performing city-wide closed-circuit television (CCTV) inspection for approximately 632,037 linear feet of sewer pipe and 2,836 sewer manholes. The inspections and condition assessments will be following the National Association of Sewer Service Companies' (NASSCO) Pipe and Manhole Assessment and Certification Programs (PACP and MACP).
Sewer lines will also be cleaned prior to inspection, and the consultant will provide full documentation of the inspection work, including both video footage and pipeline and manhole inspection reports.
CCTV sewer inspections are essential for several reasons:
? Accurate Diagnosis: They provide a clear and accurate visual of the interior condition of sewer pipes. This helps in identifying issues such as blockages, cracks, collapses, or root intrusions.
? Preventative Maintenance: Regular inspections can help detect potential problems before they become serious. Early detection can prevent major repairs and save money in the long run.
? Planning and Decision-Making: Detailed inspections help in planning maintenance and repair activities more effectively. They provide the necessary info...
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