Bid_Evaluation_Form_25-JG-027A.docx

The document is a Bid Evaluation Form for Bid #25-JG-027A issued by Pinellas County School District in Florida, seeking a certified contractor for Chemical Fire Suppression Systems Maintenance and Repair Services. The procurement covers comprehensive maintenance for pre-engineered fire suppression systems across 138 kitchen sites, 7 paint booth locations, and 18 culinary sites within the county's school facilities. The contract period will run from July 30, 2025, to May 27, 2027, with an option for one additional two-year renewal. Bids are due by 3:00 pm on July 17, 2025, through the District's OpenGov Procurement portal, with contractors required to provide all necessary labor, materials, and equipment to perform maintenance in compliance with NFPA standards.

The bid evaluation will use a point-based scoring system focusing on hourly rates for technicians and helpers during various time periods, with additional points for 6-year maintenance service and material/supply costs. The estimated contract value is approximately $50,000 for the initial two-year period, with compensation structured on an hourly rate basis and materials billed at a percentage markup on manufacturer's wholesale prices. Contractors must possess a valid Fire Equipment Dealer Class D license, demonstrate four continuous years of business under the same legal entity, and maintain a business office within 50 miles of the district's central administration. The solicitation includes specific restrictions preventing the vendor awarded the Inspection, Testing and Certification Services contract from being selected for this maintenance contract, ensuring competitive separation between related services.