FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 April 29, 2025

Mayor Carmella Mantello Announces Next Phase of Lead Pipe Replacement Efforts

(Troy, NY) - Mayor Carmella R. Mantello today announced the next steps in the City of Troy’s comprehensive multi-phase plan to eliminate all lead service lines citywide - a plan that has been aggressively underway since 2024, which has already seen the replacement of over 400 lead pipes in the city. The city is issuing a new Request for Bid (RFB) to maintain the momentum of its lead pipe replacement program, ensuring there is no lapse in work as preparations continue in the release of a Department of Health approved multi-contractor RFB this summer, that will have 5 total crews working simultaneously with 3 contractors dedicated solely to lead pipe replacement, dramatically expanding the city’s capacity to replace lead lines across every neighborhood in Troy.

Since taking office, Mayor Mantello has prioritized a multi-phase, citywide approach to addressing lead pipes and modernizing Troy’s water infrastructure. This strategy includes:

• Potholing, a critical investigation process currently underway, which uses hydro-excavation with large Vactor-style trucks to expose pipes at key locations and determine if lead is present.
• Advanced AI data analysis to map and identify service lines at risk.
• An aggressive milling and paving program to coordinate roadwork with water infrastructure upgrades, minimizing disruption to residents.
• Current and new RFBs to maintain continuous progress on replacements.

"Today’s announcement reflects our continued commitment to a safer, cleaner, and stronger Troy," said Mayor Carmella Mantello. "No parent or resident should ever have to fear turning on their faucet. Clean, safe water is the bedrock of a thriving community, and we have been working every day to deliver that promise. We will not stop until every lead pipe in the City of Troy is replaced."

This newly issued RFB seeks a single contractor to bridge the current phase of work and ensure uninterrupted lead service line replacements this spring. By maintaining this momentum, the city is continuing to set the stage for a significant expansion of work in the coming months. These major efforts are made possible through the Mantello Administration’s success in receiving $12.8 million dollars in federal grant money through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

The city will post the current RFB documents on its official website and will host a pre-bid meeting for interested firms. Residents are encouraged to follow the City’s updates as Troy moves closer to achieving a lead-free future.

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