Gutter Installation & Materials, Term Contract

The School Board of Marion County, Florida has issued Bid #4118MF for a Term Contract for Gutter Installation and Materials, seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive guttering system services for district structures. The procurement solicits vendors capable of furnishing complete supervision, labor, equipment, and materials for removing and replacing guttering systems, with a strong preference for minimum 24-gauge steel gutters with Kynar 500 finish or .032 aluminum with Kynar 500 finish. Required deliverables include detailed catalog sheets, specifications, and Safety Data Sheets for all sealants, with contractors mandated to have a minimum of five years' experience in similar gutter installation projects. The bid was posted on March 3, 2025, with bid responses due on March 26, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and the contract term proposed from May 1, 2025, through April 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize vendor qualifications, pricing, material specifications, and adherence to strict safety protocols, including working outside of school hours and maintaining designated safety zones. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation electronically through myvendorlink.com, including qualification statements, confidentiality agreements, and proof of corporate standing.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Four vendors submitted bids: Architectural Sheet Metal, Inc., BIG D Residential Roofing, Inc., Marion/Service Roofing & Sheet Metal Company, and Rogers Roofing Corp. The bid was ultimately awarded to Big D Residential Roofing dba Big D Roofing Services on April 22, 2025. The budgeted resources for this contract are $300,000.00, allocated to the Facilities Department, with total project costs ranging from $84,890 to $131,680 depending on specific scenarios. Vendors must comply with various regulatory requirements, including E-Verify, background screening, and the Jessica Lunsford Act. The contract includes mandatory insurance requirements, covering Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Business Automobile Liability. Successful bidders must provide a 5% Bid Bond and be prepared to submit a 100% Performance Bond. The School Board reserves the right to award the contract by item, by group, or as an all-or-none bid, with payment terms set at net thirty (30) days.