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The City of Charlotte (the “City”) is seeking proposals from qualified firm(s) for the design, fabrication, installation, and operation of digital kiosks (the “kiosks”) in the public right-of-way. The kiosks will be primarily located on sidewalks, and other public areas as approved by the City, and serve the following public purposes, at a minimum:

1. Wayfinding – providing information to civic and cultural institutions, transit amenities, restaurants, retail and other business
2. Transit information – providing information on transit routes and schedule options
3. Public information and emergency messaging – serving as a central dissemination point for information
4. Increased vibrancy and visual interest of City streets – promoting placemaking in Charlotte through City events and programming
5. Create a supportive environment for retail and entertainment commerce – furthering economic development within our community
6. Enhance visitor experience and brand perception of Charlotte – advancing Charlotte’s narrative and brand perception to residents and visitors alike
7. Accessibility, usability and inclusion – creating a welcoming and inclusive technology for our community at large

This project includes significant improvements to the existing service water system at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant. The scope of work involves the replacement of existing pumps, piping, valves, and backflow devices within the service water system. Additionally, new flow meters will be installed on the Franklin Water Treatment Plant service water system, while existing flow meters on the filter effluent lines at the Lee S. Dukes Water Treatment Plant will also be replaced. These upgrades are expected to enhance the accuracy of flow measurements and improve the efficiency of the service water system.

This opportunity involves providing survey services to support Charlotte Water’s GIS and Capacity Assurance Programs, including the following tasks:

• Review available data and consult with the city to clarify and define the city’s requirements.
• Obtain necessary information, conduct investigations, and make reasonable efforts for the Surveyor to become familiar with the philosophy and purpose of each project.
• Identify and analyze requirements from governmental authorities with jurisdiction and assist the city in obtaining the required approvals.

This project will rehabilitate Primary Clarifier #5 at the McDowell Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility. The scope of work includes the demolition and replacement of the existing clarifier mechanism, various concrete repairs, and regrouting of the clarifier floor. Additionally, pressure-reducing valves, plug valves, and telescoping valves will be replaced, and existing electrical and instrumentation systems will be reconnected to the new clarifier mechanism. These improvements will enhance the functionality and durability of the primary clarifier.

This project involves the replacement of the existing ultraviolet disinfection system at the Sugar Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility. The scope of work includes upgrading the UV disinfection system while utilizing the existing UV channels, extending these channels, and replacing the current level control gates with fixed finger weirs. A new non-potable water (NPW) pump station wet well will be added, and the drain valve of the East Equalization Basin will be replaced. During this upgrade, a temporary disinfection system will be provided to maintain disinfection while the UV system is out of service. Additionally, two existing NPW pumps will be relocated, and three NPW pumps will be replaced in kind. The Filter Backwash Return Pump wet well work will include the installation of a backwash return pump, the necessary piping and valves, and the replacement of a flow meter.

This contract will be for the design and construction of a gravity outfall sewer along the Rocky River. This project will consist of approximately 3,600 linear feet of 15-inch and 2,400 linear feet of 12-inch gravity sanitary sewer piping. This outfall is tributary to the existing Rocky River outfall in Cabarrus County and Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County (WSACC) Rocky River Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant.

This project consists of the sanitary sewer rehabilitation of approximately 4,700 LF of sewer outfall with cured-in-place lining. This project will extend along the Paw Creek outfall. A 112 LF, 24-inch diversion sewer will also be constructed under Briar Creek along with a 118 LF, 8-inch LF collector sewer. All work will occur within Charlotte Water’s existing easement. A small portion of work on a county parcel.

This contract will be for the subsurface utility locates associated with miscellaneous projects, from identifying infrastructure around our existing water and sewer lines to assisting in planning for future water and sewer projects. The contract will be used on an as-needed basis, shared between all engineering divisions of Charlotte Water. This will cover Charlotte Water’s entire service area.

This project will upgrade the existing meter reading system to a self-reporting network and replace end of life residential meters. Existing communication endpoints not compatible with the network selected will be replaced. Most residential meters will be replaced; those meters not replaced will require a replacement register compatible with the new endpoints. Commercial meters will receive replacement registers or be replace, depending on compatibility with the selected network solution. The communication network, hourly interval data and customer access portal will improve customer experience, increase billing efficiency and accuracy, reduce system losses and operational expenses, and improve system monitoring and planning.

Charlotte Water will be seeking contracts with companies for the as-needed purchase of fire hydrants and American Flow Control, Clow, Kennedy, Mueller and E J (East Jordan Iron Works) fire hydrant parts. One manufacturer will be selected (based on low bid) for the purchase of fire hydrants, and contracts for parts will be established for each manufacturer. Fire hydrants and parts shall be delivered to the Charlotte Water location specified at the time of purchase, with the most frequent delivery location being 5730 General Commerce Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina 28216.

Charlotte Water is seeking a contract with a company to provide smart hydrants. Charlotte Water is testing multiple solutions to measure system pressure throughout the water network. The solutions utilize “smart hydrants” that take pressure measurements at pre-defined intervals and store the information to a cloud-based application. The selected solution will be used to replace the existing monitors currently in use. The existing monitors are attached to hydrants and require the hydrants to be charged. They are also removed during the winter months and reinstalled in the spring. The new “smart hydrants” will not need to be removed/installed every year and do not need the hydrant to be manually opened to record pressure readings. The new solution will stream-line the process for Charlotte Water and allow for more frequent/timely measurements.

This solicitation is to provide employees located in various locations throughout the City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County with embroidered and non-embroidered uniform and work related clothing.   Shirts (including polo, short sleeve, and long sleeve), Coveralls, High Visibility Work Shirt, all jackets, windbreakers, hats and lab coats will require the City of Charlotte logo embroidered on the items.  Charlotte Water employees may also order screen print for screen T-shirts.