2027 - 2028 Emergency Line Clearance

Orlando Utilities Commission is soliciting qualified suppliers for Emergency Line Clearance Services, which involve clearing trees and vegetation from its electrical transmission and distribution system after hurricanes, tornadoes, or other major natural or man-made disasters. An optional pre-response conference is scheduled for November 30, 2026, via Microsoft Teams, and proposals are due January 6, 2027 by 2:00 PM EST. The source names no set-aside, preference program, or sole-source intent.

Bidders must have at least five years in business performing similar services and must employ line-clearance tree trimmers qualified to work around energized power lines under OSHA Standard 1910.269(r). Work spans OUC's 1,300 miles of overhead distribution facilities and 212 miles of transmission right-of-way, in both truck-accessible and rear-lot areas within OUC's service territory. Jurisdictions listed are Orange County and Orlando City, Florida. OUC intends to award multiple contracts to ensure provider capacity during emergency events. Each emergency Purchase Order carries a not-to-exceed ceiling, and suppliers must notify OUC before exceeding approved amounts. Compliance with FEMA reimbursement requirements is required, along with Davis-Bacon wage requirements if applicable and certified payroll records retained for three years after completion.

Pricing is time-and-material, with firm rates required throughout the term. Bidders submit hourly rates for standard, overtime, and double time across supervisors, foremen, climbers, trimmers, groundpersons, equipment operators, safety coordinators, and mechanics, plus equipment rates for both 2027 and 2028, in Excel per Attachment B. Fuel and materials are reimbursable at cost with receipts, and meals are reimbursed at per diem of $50 per person on travel days and $60 per person on other days. The contract term runs from the last date signed through May 31, 2029. No bid bond is required, though payment and performance bonds may be required at the time of emergency events. Questions and comments are due December 8, 2026 at noon EST.