Central Energy Plants Preventative Maintenance, Inspections, Repairs, Refurbishment, and Rental Services

Broward County is soliciting an open-end contract for Central Energy Plants Preventative Maintenance, Inspections, Repairs, Refurbishment, and Rental Services through the Broward County Aviation Department. The procurement focuses on comprehensive maintenance services for HVAC systems and central energy plant equipment across multiple airport terminals, including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers, and refrigerant monitoring systems at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Vendors must demonstrate a minimum of five years consecutive experience with central energy plant services and maintain at least six certified technicians with factory certifications for specific chiller manufacturers. The contract requires 24/7 emergency response capability with a two-hour on-site presence requirement, semi-annual and annual preventative maintenance inspections, and comprehensive documentation of all services. Responses must be submitted electronically through BPRO by January 29, 2026, with questions due by a specified deadline, and the contract will initially run for two years with potential three one-year renewals. Qualified vendors must possess a Florida State Certified Air Conditioning Contractor Class "A" license or equivalent Broward County license and must perform at least 90 percent of the total contract price themselves.

The solicitation includes procurement preferences for Small Business Enterprises (SBE) and County Business Enterprises (CBE) through the Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD). Certified CBE or SBE vendors submitting responsive bids within ten percent of the lowest bid may be eligible to match and receive award consideration. The contract includes annual allowances totaling $1,110,000, broken down into categories such as parts and materials ($800,000), permits and shop drawings ($10,000), specialized heavy equipment ($100,000), and specialized subcontracting services ($200,000). No markup or additional fees are permitted on allowance items, and no price increases are allowed during the initial contract period. Vendors must comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, ensuring non-discrimination in contract consideration based on race, color, national origin, creed, sex, age, or disability. Additional requirements include submitting an Anti-Human Trafficking Affidavit, providing comprehensive insurance coverage, and meeting detailed security protocols for airport facility access.