PSM_-_Contractor_Audit_Form.pdf

This is a Contractor Audit Form from the City of Lakeland, Risk Management and Purchasing (RMP) department, revised as of April 1, 2026. The form is designed to assess contractor qualifications and compliance for the McIntosh Power Plant Cooling Tower Distribution System Replacement project. The project involves the replacement of the existing cooling water distribution system at McIntosh Power Plant, including removal of header piping, lateral piping, and spray nozzles, with installation of a complete new distribution system. The work is scheduled during a Spring 2027 outage window from April 30 to May 17, and contractors must coordinate with Lakeland Electric to complete all work within the established cooling tower availability window to support scheduled unit startup activities. The audit form includes evaluation of contractor qualifications and performance metrics, with specific attention to risk management criteria relevant to the project execution.

The Contractor Audit Form serves as a pre-qualification and performance assessment tool, with audit items and results to be documented by the City of Lakeland's Risk Management and Purchasing division. The form evaluates contractors on Experience Modification Rate (EMR) and other safety and compliance metrics essential for contractors bidding on critical infrastructure projects. This document is part of the formal procurement process for qualified contractors capable of executing specialized work at an operating power generation facility, ensuring that only contractors meeting the city's established safety, experience, and operational standards are approved for participation.