25-012 On-Call Plumbing Services

The City of Sandy Springs, Georgia, through Cobb County, is seeking an on-call plumbing services contractor for a five-year contract (one base year with four potential renewal options) via Invitation to Bid (ITB #25-012). The procurement requires a comprehensive plumbing services provider capable of performing maintenance, repair, renovation, installation, and alteration of plumbing systems for city-owned facilities. Contractors must have a certified master plumber with a valid Class 2 plumbing contractor license on staff throughout the contract term. Key deliverables include providing labor, tools, equipment, materials, and supplies for plumbing work, with an emphasis on proper material disposal and emergency responsiveness. The bid requires submission through the Bonfire Portal by December 30, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST, with a non-mandatory pre-bid Zoom conference scheduled for December 9, 2024, at 10:00 AM EST. Bidders must submit hourly rates for Master Plumber, Journeyman Plumber, and Plumber's Helper, including pricing for regular and emergency hours, along with percentage markups for materials and trip charges.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverages, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, automobile liability, and professional liability. Emergency response capabilities are critical, with required response times of 2-4 hours and callback times of 15-25 minutes for after-hours emergencies. The bid requires submission of a Corporate Certification (Exhibit L) demonstrating the bidder's legal authority to conduct business in Georgia. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the multi-year contract structure suggests a potentially significant ongoing investment in municipal plumbing services. The contract's scope indicates a need for a robust, reliable plumbing service provider capable of handling diverse and potentially complex municipal infrastructure maintenance requirements.