Countywide Sidewalk Grinding

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners is requesting competitive sealed bids for countywide sidewalk grinding services under ITB-26-00342, with bids due August 10, 2026. The scope covers grinding and resurfacing of public sidewalks at various locations throughout Hillsborough County to restore functionality and safety across the pedestrian infrastructure network over a two-year contract term.

The estimated project value is $1,949,995.50 for the full two-year period. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified qualifications. Contractors must demonstrate relevant experience in sidewalk grinding and related maintenance services.

Insurance requirements are extensive and non-negotiable. The contractor must obtain coverage from Florida-authorized providers with A.M. Best ratings of A- or better, including Commercial General Liability ($500,000 to $2,000,000 depending on coverage type), Automobile Liability ($300,000 to $1,000,000), Workers' Compensation and Employers' Liability, Professional Liability ($1,000,000 minimum), Cyber Liability ($1,000,000), Pollution Liability ($1,000,000), and Excess/Umbrella Insurance. Hillsborough County must be named as an additional insured with primary and non-contributory status. The contractor is responsible for all deductibles and self-insured retention amounts. A certificate of insurance must be provided before work commences, with 30 days' written notice required before any cancellation or material change.

Bidders must submit a Drug-Free Workplace Certification Form complying with Florida Statute 287.087, a Substitute W9 Form for tax identification, and complete a Direct Deposit Authorization Form to enable ACH payments. All bids must comply with the county's competitive procurement process and meet the technical and administrative requirements outlined in ITB-26-00342.