Rubber Testing for Electrical Safety Equipment - Professional Services Agreement

The City of Anaheim Public Utilities Department is soliciting proposals for a Professional Services Agreement to provide comprehensive inspection, electrical testing, certification, and reporting for rubber insulating protective equipment. The selected respondent must utilize a NAIL-accredited laboratory and perform all services in accordance with applicable ASTM International standards. The scope of work includes the pickup, transport, and return of equipment, as well as the supply of new, manufacturer-certified replacement goods for items that fail inspection. Key deliverables include maintaining a detailed equipment database and providing the City with testing notifications at least 30 days prior to certification expiration. The contract features an initial term of two years with the option for up to three one-year extensions. Award selection is based on a competitive evaluation of cost effectiveness, experience, technical approach, operational capability, and contractual compliance. Minimum qualifications require NAIL accreditation, logistics capabilities for equipment transport, and adherence to California prevailing wage laws. Proposals must be submitted via the designated portal by October 14, 2026, and must include a completed fee schedule and a response to the respondent questionnaire. The agreement emphasizes strict adherence to the City's standard insurance and indemnification provisions, with liability limited to proven direct actual damages.