Subcontractor_Utilization_Plan.docx

This is a Subcontractor Utilization Plan form for the City of St. Petersburg, Florida, related to a procurement for one ADA-compliant SoloRider golf cart, Series 35R. The golf cart is intended to replace an existing unit that has reached the end of its life cycle and will be used to enhance accessibility and provide an inclusive golfing experience for individuals with disabilities. The form requires proposers to demonstrate their intent and efforts to engage small business enterprises (SBE), women business enterprises (WBE), veteran-owned businesses, and minority business enterprises (MBE) located in the Tampa Bay Region. No specific response dates, due dates, site visits, bidder's meetings, award dates, or contract terms are identified in this document.

The Subcontractor Utilization Plan establishes voluntary goals for small, veteran, minority, and women business enterprise participation. Proposers are required to describe their outreach efforts, engagement strategies, and any barriers reduction initiatives designed to increase participation by these business categories, including activities such as mentorship and process changes. Importantly, no minimum level of participation by small, veteran, diverse, or women business enterprises is mandated as a condition for contract award, and proposers with zero participation amounts will not be considered non-responsive. The City encourages proactive engagement with these business categories but does not impose mandatory set-asides or participation requirements.