BPUB partners with developers and builders to ensure successful utility connections for projects throughout the Brownsville area. Our departments are here to guide you through the process and provide the technical expertise you need.
Key Contacts
Business Development
Your first point of contact for new development projects
Learn moreElectric Engineering
Technical support for electrical connections and designs
Learn moreWater/Wastewater Engineering
Support for water and wastewater infrastructure
Learn morePretreatment Department
Commercial and industrial wastewater requirements
Learn moreDepartment Contact Information
Business Development Department
The Business Development team is your primary contact for initiating new development projects. They coordinate between you and BPUB's engineering departments.
Email: BusinessDevelopment@brownsville-pub.com
Phone: (956) 983-6287
Services:
- Initial project consultations
- Site plan reviews
- Coordination with engineering departments
- Service boundary inquiries
- Key accounts support
Electric Engineering Department
The Electric Engineering team handles all electrical infrastructure design and connection requirements.
Phone: (956) 983-6265
Services:
- Electrical service design
- Transformer sizing and placement
- Service entrance requirements
- Easement coordination
- Electric service standards interpretation
Water/Wastewater Engineering Department
This department handles water and wastewater infrastructure design and connection requirements.
Phone: (956) 983-6121
Services:
- Water service design
- Sewer connection design
- Meter sizing recommendations
- Fire line requirements
- Infrastructure capacity analysis
Pretreatment Department
The Pretreatment Department administers regulations for commercial and industrial wastewater discharges.
Phone: (956) 983-6510
Services:
- Industrial wastewater surveys
- Permit applications
- Grease trap requirements
- Compliance assistance
- Building requirements for commercial food service
Cross-Connection Control Program
This program enforces backflow prevention requirements for all commercial and irrigation connections.
Phone: (956) 983-6355
Email: crossconnectioncontrol@brownsville-pub.com
Services:
- Backflow prevention requirements
- Annual testing coordination
- Licensed tester referrals
- Compliance inspections
Working with BPUB
What to Expect
When you begin a project with BPUB, here's the typical workflow:
- Initial Contact - Reach out to Business Development with your site plan and ACCELA Application No.
- Project Review - Our team reviews your plans with relevant engineering departments
- Kickoff Meeting - Meet with all involved parties to review requirements and answer your questions
- Design Phase - Engineering creates infrastructure designs for your project
- Cost Estimate - You'll receive a Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC) letter
- Construction - After payment and site preparation, BPUB installs infrastructure
- Final Inspection - Once COB inspections pass, COB pushes the release to the BPUB system and service will be scheduled for activation
Tips for a Smooth Process
- Be Thorough - Submit complete documentation with your initial request
- Ask Questions - Our teams are available to clarify any requirements
- Plan for Inspections - Schedule City of Brownsville and BPUB inspections well in advance
- Prepare Your Site - Ensure all site prep requirements are met before requesting installation
- Keep Communication Open - Update us if your project timeline or scope changes
Helpful Resources
Forms and Applications
- Commercial Service Application
- Electrical Checklist Packet
- W/WW New Connections Checklist
- Pretreatment Building Requirements