Emergency Debris Management and Removal

The City of St. Cloud, located in Polk County, Florida, is seeking qualified contractors for Emergency Debris Management and Removal services through RFP #2024-070, an "as-needed" solicitation in accordance with Florida Statutes 287.055. The procurement targets contractors with professional disaster-related emergency debris removal capabilities, including comprehensive services such as tree trimming, debris pickup, hauling, staging, reduction, and management across public and private roadways within city limits. Proposers must demonstrate professional experience in emergency debris management and be licensed to do business in Florida. The city will evaluate proposals using a 100-point scoring system, with 40% allocated to qualifications and experience, 40% to project understanding and approach, and 20% to proposed pricing. Key dates include a May 10, 2024 deadline for questions and a May 30, 2024, 2:00 pm proposal submission deadline, with electronic submissions required through the city's procurement portal. Minimum bidder qualifications include proving expertise in disaster-related emergency debris removal and maintaining appropriate Florida business licensing.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, though the RFP indicates an implied commitment to equal opportunity employment and small/minority business participation. No incumbent vendors are directly identified in the documentation. The contract will be an initial three-year term with potential extensions for two additional one-year periods, subject to mutual agreement. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement documents emphasize that contract effectiveness is contingent on fund availability and adherence to municipal appropriations. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating general liability coverage with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, workers' compensation insurance, and automobile liability coverage. The City reserves the right to negotiate all proposer fees, costs, and charges, and maintains discretion in contractor selection based on qualifications, experience, and proposed work plans.