Contracted labor for traffic, parking and parking lot toll booth services for orange county convention center

Orange County, Florida is soliciting bids for contracted labor services at the Orange County Convention Center through Invitation for Bids (IFB) Y23-123. The procurement seeks temporary workers to provide comprehensive traffic, parking, and parking lot toll booth services, with specific labor positions including Equipment and Inventory Rovers, Lot Control Workers, Transportation Workers, Parking Monitors, Taxi Stand Concierges, Toll Booth Operators, Traffic Flow Coordinators, and Crew Supervisors. The contract will have an initial one-year term with potential for four additional one-year renewals. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform by 4:00 PM EST on December 13, 2022, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference held on November 29, 2022, via WebEx. Bidders are required to provide hourly rates for an estimated annual quantity of workers across different positions, with total estimated annual hours ranging from 800 to 20,000 depending on the role. Key evaluation criteria include demonstrated capability to provide up to 35 workers per shift for at least four consecutive days, submission of detailed references, proof of business longevity, and drug-free workplace certification.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with various county requirements, including E-Verify verification, background checks, and specific insurance provisions. The contract includes provisions for price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U), with a maximum annual increase of 4%. While no specific budget range is provided, the county will issue delivery orders on an as-needed basis and is not obligated to purchase a minimum amount of services. Prospective vendors must provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating their operational capabilities, including technical support availability, ability to submit unprotected electronic files in standard formats, and readiness to meet the convention center's staffing needs. Technical support for the procurement process is available through chat, email (support@procurenow.com), and phone (1-855-680-4747) during Monday-Friday, 8am-8pm EST. Bidders should be prepared to handle potential fluctuating labor needs across multiple service categories within the convention center's operational framework.