Drop Ceiling Replacement Project at Cattlemen C Building

Sarasota County is seeking quotes for a drop ceiling replacement project at the Cattlemen C Building located at 1301 Cattlemen Road. The procurement involves providing and installing a new ceiling suspension grid and ceiling tiles across approximately 3,800 square feet, with specific requirements including a 15/16" - 2X2 grid size, 2X2 beveled edge inlay ceiling tiles, and a 10-foot ceiling height. Bidders must submit electronic responses through the ProcureNow portal by May 8, 2024, at 2:30 pm, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for April 23, 2024, at 11:00 am. Potential bidders are required to provide at least one reference demonstrating similar service experience and must submit references using the OpenGov Procurement reference form. The county will award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total bid price, with a strict quote threshold not exceeding $50,000. Alternate product submissions will be considered for approval by the specified deadline, and the project is expected to commence within 10 days of receiving the County Purchase Order, with a required completion timeframe of 30 days.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with E-Verify participation and provide a Certificate of Insurance meeting the county's requirements, which include Commercial General Liability coverage of $500,000 or $1,000,000 per occurrence, Business Auto Liability with a minimum $500,000 combined single limit, and Workers Compensation at statutory limits. The project includes a contingency allowance of up to 10% of the total bid price, subject to written County approval, and a $1,000 permit allowance if required. The county reserves the right to purchase additional quantities at the quoted unit price within 30 days following the award, with potential to extend pricing for up to one year. The total project budget appears to be capped at $50,000, with vendors expected to provide a comprehensive lump sum price covering suspension grid, beveled ceiling tiles, labor, and installation. Successful bidders will be responsible for minimizing work interruptions and will be liable for any property damage occurring during the project implementation.