Centrifuge Repair, Parts, and Preventative Maintenance Services

Pinellas County Utilities Department is seeking a contractor for Centrifuge Repair, Parts, and Preventative Maintenance Services for three Alfa Laval DS706 centrifuges located at the South Cross Bayou Water Reclamation Facility. The procurement involves a comprehensive service contract with an initial 36-month term and potential for two 12-month extensions. Key service requirements include quarterly vibration analyses, semi-annual full field inspections, and three shop/level two tune-ups annually, with detailed reporting mandated. Vendor qualifications include having an established U.S. location, ability to balance equipment to 2800 rpms, capability to simultaneously balance bowl and scroll, and certification to service Viscothem equipment. The solicitation was issued on November 20, 2024, with vendor questions due by December 6, 2024, and proposal submissions required by December 17, 2024, at 3:00 pm. Contractors must provide at least two verifiable references for similar work and demonstrate expertise in comprehensive centrifuge repair and maintenance.

The contract does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating Workers' Compensation ($500,000 liability), Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Business Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 per accident), and Excess/Umbrella Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence). The total estimated expenditure includes a not-to-exceed amount of $460,000.00 for OEM parts and an additional $100,000.00 for unspecified items. All insurance policies must be from Florida-authorized companies with an AM Best rating of A- VIII or better, and vendors must provide certificates naming Pinellas County as an additional insured. The solicitation indicates a comprehensive approach to centrifuge maintenance, with a focus on detailed service provisions, technical expertise, and robust insurance coverage. While no incumbent vendor is explicitly mentioned, the documentation suggests a thorough vetting process for potential service providers.