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Documents: City rejected 2 bids to upgrade switchgear that caused Richmond-region water crisis


Published on 2025-01-31 10:40:45 - Richmond
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  • Records show officials in 2017 declined two bids from contractors who offered to upgrade the water treatment plant's switchgear
  • the component that failed during a power outage on Jan.

The article from Richmond.com discusses the Richmond Department of Public Utilities (DPU) seeking bids for a new switchgear system at the city's water treatment plant. The current switchgear, which controls the flow of electricity to various parts of the facility, is outdated and in need of replacement to ensure reliable water treatment operations. The DPU is looking to upgrade this critical infrastructure to prevent potential failures that could disrupt water services. The bidding process is part of a broader effort to modernize and maintain the city's utility infrastructure, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with modern standards.

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