Manhole Inspection Unit

Work Requested

The City of St. Petersburg is requesting quotes from qualified vendors to provide a manhole inspection camera system for the Water Resources Department. The primary goal is to support the inspection of the collection system's 19,406 manholes. The camera system must enable: - High-quality visual inspection of underground assets, including sewer and stormwater systems - Comprehensive data collection and digital reporting - Compliance with industry standards for municipal wastewater infrastructure The system should utilize advanced camera technology to perform rapid, non-entry inspections. These inspections must assess structural conditions, identify inflow and infiltration (I&I), and detect defects such as cracks, corrosion, and root intrusion.

Requesting Entity

The solicitation is issued by the City of St. Petersburg's Water Resources Department.

Background

Maintaining and protecting critical wastewater infrastructure is essential for municipalities. In Florida, high groundwater levels and heavy rainfall increase the risk of system overloads and sanitary sewer overflows. Manhole scanning technology provides a proactive solution to locate and address vulnerabilities before they escalate into costly failures. This approach improves worker safety by eliminating the need for confined space entry, increases inspection efficiency, and reduces labor, traffic control, and operational costs.

Contract Requirements

The manhole inspection camera system must: - Enable rapid, non-entry inspections - Assess structural condition and identify I&I - Detect defects such as cracks, corrosion, and root intrusion - Support compliance with regulatory requirements from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Provide standardized, digital inspection data that integrates with municipal asset management and GIS programs This will help agencies prioritize rehabilitation, optimize capital improvement planning, and extend the service life of sewer systems.

Instructions on Submission

Vendors are invited to submit quotes in accordance with the requirements outlined above. Please ensure all specifications are addressed in your submission.