Bleacher Repair Services

The School District of Manatee County, Florida is soliciting bids for Bleacher Repair Services (Solicitation No. 25-0011-KD), seeking to establish multiple contractors for indoor and outdoor bleacher and basketball backstop repair services on an as-needed basis. The procurement will cover a three-year contract period from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027, with potential for a two-year renewal. Contractors must provide all necessary labor, transportation, technical expertise, supervision, parts, materials, and equipment for repair and troubleshooting services. Key deliverables include responding to repair needs for both indoor and outdoor bleachers, with pricing structured for standard and non-standard working hours across different service categories. The bid requires contractors to offer wholesale pricing for parts and materials with a percentage markup, and third-party inspections will be conducted to ensure quality standards. Proposals are due electronically via VendorLink by May 10, 2024, at 3:00 PM, with board approval anticipated for June 11, 2024. The district will evaluate bidders based on pricing, scheduling capabilities, and overall ability to meet the district's service needs.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. Two primary bidders have been identified in previous contract cycles: Lyle Bleachers, Inc. and SSE and Associates, Inc., both of which proposed similar pricing structures with 20% markup on materials. While no guaranteed contract value is specified, the solicitation allows for multiple suppliers to be awarded contracts. Contractors must maintain appropriate insurance, comply with E-Verify employment eligibility verification, and adhere to federal and state contracting regulations. A notable contract provision requires that during declared disaster situations, all bid items with markups will be billed at actual cost without additional markup. The district reserves the right to select contractors based on comprehensive evaluation criteria, which may include factors beyond pricing such as responsiveness, technical capability, and past performance. Hourly rates for services range from $80 to $150 per hour, depending on the service category and type of work performed.