Cleaning and Pumping of Stormwater Sediment Removal Structures

Orange County, Florida is soliciting bids for a term contract to provide cleaning and pumping services for stormwater sediment removal structures through Invitation for Bids (IFB) #Y24-122. The procurement targets quarterly inspections and two scheduled annual cleanings for nine Continuous Deflective Separation (CDS) units, eight Nutrient Separating Baffle (NSB) boxes, and one Sediment Sump located throughout Orange County. Bidders must demonstrate at least three years of experience in cleaning stormwater sediment removal structures and provide detailed reference documentation. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with unit pricing established for three categories of structures: Baffle Boxes less than 700 cubic feet, Baffle Boxes greater than 700 cubic feet, and all CDS Units. Bids are due electronically by 4:00 PM on December 19, 2023, through the OpenGov Procurement portal, with no alternative submission methods permitted. The initial contract term is one year, with options to renew for four additional one-year periods. Contractors will be responsible for cleaning, documenting, and disposing of sediments and materials from stormwater structures in compliance with environmental regulations.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Invoicing will require comprehensive documentation, including quantities removed, inspection reports, and digital pictures. The contractor must properly dispose of all materials according to environmental standards. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the bid response form includes estimated annual usage quantities for cleaning services, unit inspections, and emergency call-out services. Technical support for the OpenGov platform is available through chat, email (support@procurenow.com), or phone (1-855-680-4747) during business hours. Respondents must ensure electronic submissions are in common file formats and of sufficient quality for review, with the understanding that modifications to standard response forms could result in a non-responsive designation. The contract is managed by the Orange County Procurement Division, with Melisa Vergara serving as the Contracting Agent and primary point of contact.