Water Meter Replacement Program

The City of Hawkinsville is seeking a subcontractor to replace approximately 500 existing water meters with advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) or equivalent smart meters. The scope includes the full lifecycle of meter replacement: removal of old meters, installation of new smart meters, and ensuring seamless integration with the city’s existing data collection and management systems. All work must comply with technical specifications for accuracy, durability, and compatibility to enable real-time monitoring, remote reading, and enhanced water usage analytics. The project requires qualified personnel with proven experience in utility meter deployments and data system synchronization. This procurement is issued as a subcontract under NAICS code 221320, with responses due by August 20, 2026. The contract is open to qualified vendors capable of executing the replacement program throughout the city’s service area without specifying a fixed location. While no set-aside preferences are indicated, bidders must demonstrate capacity to deliver on time, meet technical standards, and support ongoing system maintenance. The opportunity is posted on the Georgia Department of Administrative Services portal, and interested parties should access the full solicitation through the provided link to understand all requirements, submission guidelines, and evaluation criteria.