RFP26_PR9266_Notice_of_Intent_to_Award.pdf

This is a Notice of Intent to Award from the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) in Florida for RFP 26 PR9266 concerning Substation Weed Spraying Services. OUC's Transmission Engineering Construction and Maintenance Division sought a Vegetation Management Contractor to provide manpower and equipment for substation weed spraying management, with the ability to supply additional crews as needed for routine work or emergencies. The contract term is three years, with OUC holding the option to renew for one additional two-year period if deemed in OUC's best interest. Pricing as listed on the RFP Proposal Pages shall remain firm throughout the initial contract period. The notice was issued on July 27, 2026, indicating the award determination had been completed following review of all responses received.

OUC identified DeAngelo Contracting as the Primary awardee and ChemPro as the Secondary awardee for this solicitation. The notice clarifies that neither firm acquires legal or equitable rights relative to the services until a written contract is fully executed, and OUC reserves the right to cancel the Notice of Intent to Award at any time prior to contract execution or to withdraw the solicitation entirely. Contractor personnel must meet minimum Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements to work within OUC substations, including long pants and long sleeve shirt with minimum arc rating of class 2 (8 Cal/cm2), steel/composite toed shoes, safety glasses, and hard hat. Questions or concerns regarding the award were to be directed to Jonathan McLester, Buyer, Strategic Sourcing, at the OUC contact information provided.