Concrete mix materials, batch mix - delivered (CO-OP)

Pinellas County is seeking a qualified contractor through Invitation to Bid #23-0285-ITB to furnish and deliver concrete mix materials on an as-needed basis to designated sites within the county. The procurement is structured as a cooperative (Co-Op) contract that will also serve other local governmental entities including the City of Clearwater, City of Dunedin, City of Pinellas Park, and City of St. Petersburg. The contract requires delivery of various concrete mix strengths, specifically 3,000 PSI, 3,500 PSI, 4,000 PSI, and 5,000 PSI mixes, along with additional materials like flowable fill and fiber mesh reinforcement. Contractors must have a minimum of two concrete delivery trucks and be capable of delivering an estimated average of fourteen cubic yards per week. The initial contract term is 12 months, with potential extensions for up to four additional 12-month periods, and allows for annual price adjustments based on the Producer Price Index not exceeding 8%. Bids were due on February 9, 2023, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, with submissions accepted exclusively through the OpenGov procurement platform, and the county reserves the right to award the contract to multiple contractors to fulfill material and delivery demands.

The procurement does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but does require vendors to complete an E-Verify Affidavit confirming compliance with employment verification requirements under Section 448.095 of Florida Statutes. Contractors must verify work authorization for all employees hired after January 1, 2021, through the E-Verify system and provide proof of registration. While no incumbent vendors are listed, the contract includes a $45,000 allocation for unspecified materials that may be required due to unexpected conditions. Contractors must meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including general liability, workers' compensation, and excess liability coverage. The pricing structure includes unit prices for different concrete mix strengths, with estimated quantities ranging from 30 to 2,725 cubic yards depending on the mix type, and additional fees for services such as pumping, delivery of loads under three cubic yards, and emergency services. The contract's total value is not explicitly stated, but the pricing methodology and material specifications suggest a potentially significant procurement opportunity for qualifying vendors.