Drawbridge Services - Bridge - Preventative Maintenance & Emergency Repair Services

Pinellas County Public Works Department is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive drawbridge services for three bascule bridges located in Dunedin, Indian Shores, and Tarpon Springs. The 36-month contract requires preventative maintenance, emergency repair services, and traffic control management for these bridges. Contractors must provide all necessary labor, materials, and equipment to perform routine maintenance, assess bridge conditions, and make immediate repairs. The invitation to bid (ITB-C) was issued on July 31, 2025, with questions due by August 8, 2025, and proposals due by August 28, 2025, at 3:00 pm. Bidders must submit electronically through OpenGov and demonstrate experience in bridge maintenance, possess a Florida business license, and have employees certified in maintenance of traffic work zone safety. The contract requires 24/7 emergency repair service with continuous availability and compliance with Florida Department of Transportation bridge maintenance standards. Comprehensive insurance requirements include workers' compensation, commercial general liability, automobile liability, and excess liability insurance with specific coverage limits.

The procurement includes a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) compliance component, requiring contractors to detail subcontractor information and demonstrate compliance with mandatory SBE project goals. Contractors must be registered in the E-Verify system and comply with Section 448.095 of Florida Statutes regarding workforce authorization. The total budget estimate for the contract is $1,465,840.00, with pricing broken down into specific service categories: preventative maintenance ranging from $318,000 to $408,000 per bridge, emergency repair services at $102 per hour with a 2-hour minimum, and maintenance of traffic services at $138 per hour with a 2-hour minimum. An additional $100,000 parts allowance is included with a 17.50% markup. Contractors must provide a bonding letter indicating maximum bonding capacity and submit detailed project experience, including reference letters from companies where similar work has been performed. The contract structure allows for flexible, as-needed services with potential for change orders and comprehensive administrative requirements.