Portable Sewer Video Inspection/Camera System

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CITY OF ABILENE, KANSAS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Portable Sewer Video Inspection / Camera SystemFor Sanitary Sewer and Storm Sewer Inspection Issue Date:September 29, 2026 Questions Due:October 14, 2026 Sealed Proposal Due:5:00 p.m. CST, October 27, 2026 Delivery Location:401 N. Broadway, Abilene, Kansas City Contact:Brad Anderson, Public Works Director; Anticipated Award:November 23, 2026; subject to bid acceptance and funding Printable Version of this RFP 1. Purpose and Intent The City of Abilene, Kansas (City) is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for a portable, self-contained video inspection system capable of inspecting the City's sanitary sewer and storm sewer infrastructure. The City intends to select the proposal that provides the best overall value based on technical capability, operational fit, service and support, training, total cost of ownership, expandability, and vendor qualifications. Award is not required to be made to the lowest-priced proposer. The specifications are intended to describe the City's operational and performance requirements and are not intended to favor or require a particular manufacturer, brand, or proprietary design. Equivalent or superior systems are encouraged. Proposers shall clearly identify any exceptions or alternatives. 2. Operational Background Public Works intends to use the system for routine inspection, troubleshooting, condition assessment, and documentation of sanitary and storm sewer infrastructure. Portability and ease of use are important because the system may be deployed from different City vehicles. The City therefore prefers a removable, palletized or comparable self-contained configuration that can be stored when not in use and loaded onto an available truck. Sanitary sewer inspection range: 4-inch through 24-inch pipe. Storm sewer inspection range: 12-inch through 54-inch pipe. Required inspection distance: at least 1,000 feet from a single access point. Current sewer notes are maintained in Integrity. Direct software integration is not required. The City desires a platform that can accept additional capabilities in future years without requiring replacement of the core system. 3. Minimum Required System Capabilities The proposed system shall meet or exceed the following minimum requirements. A proposer may satisfy the full pipe-size range through interchangeable wheels, tires, skids, accessories, or other manufacturer-recommended configurations.