Drone Pressure Washing of Concrete Light Pole Columns at Babcock

The City of Hialeah is requesting quotes from FAA-certified commercial drone operators for turnkey pressure-washing and soft-wash remediation of thirty-five concrete light pole columns at Babcock Park, with quotes due July 24, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification is a hard eligibility requirement. No subcontractors are permitted.

The scope covers removal of biological growth and atmospheric staining from columns ranging 30 to 80 feet in height distributed across multiple park zones. Fifteen columns require mandatory vendor field verification prior to quote submission; respondents assume all risk for dimensional and altitude verification and waive post-award claims for unforeseen conditions. The contractor must provide specialized Unmanned Aircraft Systems equipment, biodegradable cleaning solutions, rigorous pedestrian perimeters, and comprehensive safety controls without damaging concrete structures or internal utility components.

Respondents must structure cost proposals with three itemized line items: mobilization and site setup inclusive of safety and traffic control; drone pressure-washing of squared concrete columns tiered by height and zone; and an as-needed spot remediation allowance (City recommends $500 fixed allowance). All supplemental fees not explicitly itemized are deemed included at no additional cost.

Minimum insurance requirements include $1 million per occurrence Commercial General Liability, $1 million combined single limit Business Automobile Liability, and statutory Workers' Compensation coverage, with the City named as Additional Insured on a primary and non-contributory basis. Respondents must document at least three comparable commercial or municipal vertical soft-wash or pressure-washing projects completed via drone technology. Quote validity must extend sixty calendar days from solicitation opening. Award follows City Council action. Questions are due July 22, 2026.