RFP26_PR_9266_Addendum_1.pdf

This is an Addendum No. 1 to RFP26 PR9266 issued by the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC), a Florida-based utilities provider. The RFP seeks a vegetation management contractor to provide weed spraying services exclusively at OUC substations, specifically clarifying that landscaping services are not included in this solicitation. The contractor must supply sufficient manpower and equipment to execute OUC's substation weed spraying management program and maintain the capability to deploy additional crews as operational needs or emergencies require. The contract term is three years with an option for OUC to renew for one additional two-year period at its discretion. Proposals are due no later than 2:00 p.m. Local Time on June 18, 2026, and must be submitted through Vendorlink. All pricing submitted on the RFP Proposal Pages shall remain firm throughout the initial three-year contract period.

Contractor personnel working within OUC substations must comply with minimum personal protective equipment requirements, including long pants with a minimum arc rating of Class 2 (8 Cal/cm²), long sleeve shirts with a minimum arc rating of Class 2 (8 Cal/cm²), steel or composite-toed shoes, safety glasses, and hard hats. All communication regarding this RFP must be directed exclusively to the buyer of record, Jonathan McLester, CPPO, CPPB, at JMcLester@ouc.com or 407-457-7135. No direct communication between suppliers, their employees, or subcontractors and other OUC personnel is permitted.