SCB Replacement of Generator Controls and Switchgear (PID 004906DE)
Pinellas County is soliciting bids for a comprehensive infrastructure upgrade project at the South Cross Bayou Advanced Waste Reclamation Facility, specifically involving the replacement of generator controls and switchgear. The project (Bid No. 25-0073-ITB-C) entails removing and replacing two switchboard line-ups, including utility circuit breakers, generator circuit breakers, feeder circuit breakers, group mounted devices, and automatic failover systems. This is Phase 2 of a four-year program targeting replacement of 12 electrical switchgear units, with the current phase focusing on Switchboards BLA and BLB in the Generator 2 Building. The procurement follows a two-step qualification process, requiring contractors to submit detailed qualifications including a bonding letter, project experience, and reference letters. Key deadlines include a mandatory site visit on February 13, 2025, at 1:00 PM, with question submissions due by February 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM. Step 1 Bid submissions are due February 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM, and Step 2 Bid submissions are due March 6, 2025, at 3:00 PM. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a contract time of 450 consecutive calendar days and liquidated damages of $1,612.43 per calendar day for late completion.
The project includes Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation guidelines and requires contractors to comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including E-Verify requirements. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, excess liability, and cyber risk liability insurance. The project is internally funded by Pinellas County and will be performed at the South Cross Bayou Advanced Waste Reclamation Facility. The total contract value is $2,032,000, with significant allocations for switchgear replacement ($1,854,000), mobilization ($113,000), building permit allowance ($15,000), and unspecified funds ($50,000). The engineering design is by Engineer Design Technologies Corp., and the project aligns with the county's strategic objectives of workforce safety, infrastructure investment, and efficient service delivery. Contractors will be responsible for providing temporary generator power, maintaining plant operations during construction, and ensuring minimal disruption to the existing facility, with a focus on installing sophisticated electronic components including MasterPact MTZ circuit breakers and an automatic failover system with a touchscreen HMI.
Florida 2/18/25, 3:00 PM 3/5/25, 12:52 PM Construction Administration & Inspection Professional Services - Federal Funds - Mobile Home Community's (MHC's) - Project 2
Pinellas County is conducting a Request for Proposal (RFP) #24-0573-RFP-CCNA for Construction Administration & Inspection (CEI) Professional Services to support wastewater system improvements in manufactured home communities. The project, funded by the U.S. Department of the Treasury RESTORE Act Award and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Resilient Florida Grant, focuses on upgrading wastewater collection systems in fourteen mobile home communities, with the primary initial scope targeting Lake Seminole Estates. The CEI services will include design review, permit applications, construction field observation, contractor communication, and comprehensive project documentation. Proposals are due by May 14, 2024, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, with a contract period of 698 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. The total potential evaluation score is 1,000 points, with criteria assessing firm qualifications, project experience, previous county work, minority business status, and location. Proposers must submit a detailed Standard Form 330 response limited to 100 pages and include documentation such as licenses, insurance certificates, and Small Business Enterprise status. The project has a substantial completion deadline of June 30, 2026.
The procurement includes specific provisions for Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation, with a point-based scoring system that awards up to 100 points for SBE certification. Firms can earn 100 points if the prime contractor is a certified Pinellas County SBE, 75 points for utilizing more than one certified SBE sub-consultant, and 50 points for utilizing one certified SBE sub-consultant. The project emphasizes affirmative steps to include small, minority, and women-owned business enterprises, with potential subcontractor involvement. Contractors must be registered in the E-Verify system and comply with federal regulations including equal employment opportunity, Davis-Bacon wage requirements, and Clean Air Act compliance. The total budget for CEI services is $261,062 for the base project, with potential additive services that could bring the total to $1,535,634. Funding sources include $54,000 in Restore funds, $25,000,000 in Resilient Funds, $42,700,000 in anticipated grant funds, and $13,879,000 in ARPA funds, with a total estimated project cost of $81,633,000. The financial overview indicates sufficient funds for fiscal year 2024, but notes potential funding challenges for fiscal years 2025 and 2026.
Florida 6/4/24, 3:00 PM 2/19/25, 4:17 AM Cross Bar/Al Bar Forestry Consultant
Pinellas County is seeking a Forestry Consultant through Request for Proposal (RFP) 24-0360-RFP to manage the Cross Bar/Al Bar Ranch property, a 3,810.2-acre slash pine plantation located across multiple Florida counties. The primary objective is to contract a knowledgeable forester responsible for comprehensive ecosystem management and water resource protection. Key responsibilities include developing a Forestry Management Plan, conducting seasonal forestry health surveys, maintaining GIS/geodatabase maps, exploring potential revenue opportunities, and collaborating with the County's Land Manager and Ecological Consultant. The forester will evaluate current forestry management programs, identify areas of concern, and recommend improvement strategies. A mandatory pre-conference and site visit is scheduled for March 12, 2024, with questions due by March 15, 2024, and proposal submissions required by March 21, 2024. The contract term is five years, with options for four additional five-year extensions. The selected consultant will need to demonstrate expertise in forest management, ecosystem preservation, and the ability to work collaboratively with county officials.
The RFP does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The contract includes a unique compensation structure where the forester will receive 6% commission on timber sales and 8% on pine straw lease revenue. The property is currently utilized as a regional well field operated by Tampa Bay Water and involves managing a mixed-use Ecosystem Management Plan that balances water supply operations, silviculture, agricultural operations, and wildlife/habitat restoration. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the pricing proposal includes line items for annual forestry operations, Forestry Management Plan development, GIS mapping, and a Crop Maturity Program. The county reserves the right to negotiate with the most qualified firm and may concurrently contract with other companies if deemed in the best interest of the county. The project involves managing pine plantations established between 1994 and 2023, with various plantation types including Pine Slash (PSL) and Cooperative Pine Low Density (CPLL).
Florida 3/21/24, 3:00 PM 2/19/25, 7:01 AM CJC Ditch and Slope Mowing
Pinellas County Purchasing & Risk Management has issued Invitation to Quote (ITQ) #24-0217-ITQ for CJC Ditch and Slope Mowing services at the Pinellas County Justice Center located at 14250 49th Street in Clearwater, Florida. The procurement specifically requires slope mowing services for two ditches, involving 1,400 square feet of vegetation management on the north and west property banks. Vendors must provide comprehensive services including vegetation removal along the flow line and spreading removed vegetation on side banks. The solicitation requires electronic proposal submission via OpenGov by January 25, 2024, at 3:00 pm, with interested vendors encouraged to schedule a site visit with Frank Terry at (727) 464-6154 to inspect the work site. Bidders must include pricing for two line items: slope mowing and vegetation removal/side bank spreading, both priced per square foot. Additional key requirements include maintenance of traffic, sediment control, compliance with traffic safety standards, and comprehensive litter and debris removal with proper disposal.
The contract includes provisions for Small Business Enterprises (SBEs), offering preference to Pinellas County Certified SBEs for contracts between $5,000 and $100,000. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with specific insurance requirements, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability insurance with defined coverage limits. The county has allocated an additional 10% of the total contract value for unspecified contingency funds. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the solicitation indicates a strong preference for local small businesses with appropriate certifications and capabilities to perform the specified slope mowing and vegetation management services. The geographic scope is limited to the Pinellas County Justice Center location, suggesting a localized and specialized procurement opportunity focused on maintaining specific landscape and drainage infrastructure.
Florida 1/25/24, 3:00 PM 2/19/25, 1:01 PM Grand Canal Maintenance Dredging Project - ARPA Funded
Pinellas County is procuring a maintenance dredging project for the Grand Canal, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The project involves dredging a 150-foot wide channel to a depth of -11.5 ft NAVD with a 1-foot over-dredge allowance to -12.5 ft NAVD, covering 15.5 acres and involving approximately 13,000 cubic yards of material. The dredged material will be hydraulically placed on Pass-a-Grille beach within a permitted beach template, with the primary objective of maintaining navigation from Pass-A-Grille Inlet into Grand Canal while minimizing impacts to seagrass beds. Bidders must be pre-qualified with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) in the GRADING work type or provide comprehensive qualification documentation. The Invitation to Bid was issued on September 29, 2023, with questions due by October 6, 2023, and proposal submissions due by October 10, 2023, at 3:00 pm. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for October 17, 2023. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, with a maximum contract completion time of 120 consecutive calendar days and liquidated damages of $1,236.00 per calendar day beyond the contract time.
The project includes a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) compliance requirement, with the county mandating specific subcontractor information and participation goals. Contractors must complete an SBE Compliance Form detailing subcontractor information, including company names, addresses, and subcontracted work amounts. The project requires extensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, automobile liability, excess liability, cyber risk liability, pollution legal liability, and professional liability insurance. Contractors must also comply with E-Verify requirements, verifying work authorization status for all employees hired after January 1, 2021. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the project involves approximately 13,000 cubic yards of dredging and beach placement, with an additional line item for "Unspecified Work" of 200,000 units at $1.00 per unit, suggesting a potential contingency or flexible budget allocation. Environmental permits from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) are in place, with the permit valid from January 27, 2022, to March 29, 2025.
Florida 10/10/23, 3:00 PM 2/19/25, 5:15 PM