25-0106 Electric Operation Pole Inspection

New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) seeks professional services to perform comprehensive Electric Operations Pole Inspections across its 161 square-mile service area. The successful respondent will conduct aerial and ground-based inspections of NBU's electric distribution system utilizing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and approved inspection methodologies in compliance with NBU and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements. The scope of services includes pole assessments, circuit patrols, vegetation management documentation, system inventory updates, wood pole condition inspections, and comprehensive data management.

Key dates include a Q&A deadline of March 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM and a proposal submission deadline of March 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM. The solicitation was released on February 24, 2026, and posted the same day. All proposals must be submitted through the procurement portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/nbutexas/projects/240469.

The primary procurement contact is Michelle Mowen, Buyer, at New Braunfels Utilities. Contact information: mmowen@nbutexas.com, (830) 608-8747, 355 FM-306 E, New Braunfels, TX 78130. The detailed RFP document contains all technical specifications, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria.