Indoor Air Quality Assessments

Leon County and the Florida Department of Education are seeking competitive proposals through Invitation to Bid (ITB) 2025-110 for Indoor Air Quality Assessments. The procurement is designed to establish a three-year term contract for qualified and certified consultants to provide comprehensive building assessment services related to mold, microbial contamination, and asbestos. Contractors will be responsible for preparing remediation assessment specifications, conducting remediation oversight, and performing post-remediation testing across department-leased and owned buildings. Required qualifications include staff licensed by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation as Mold Assessors, Certified Industrial Hygienists, and licensed as an Asbestos Business Organization. The bid responses are due on May 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, with an estimated contract posting date of May 14, 2025, and an anticipated effective date of June 3, 2025. The contract includes detailed scope of services encompassing structure, envelope, and HVAC systems assessments, identification of contamination sources, project oversight, post-remediation testing, risk assessments, and communication services.

The procurement includes provisions for minority business enterprise participation and various state-mandated vendor certifications. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly outlined, the bid documents indicate a preference for diverse vendor participation. Travel expenses will be reimbursed according to Florida Statutes, and the contract includes a comprehensive pricing sheet with hourly rates for professional roles, sampling services, and additional technical services. The contract can potentially be renewed for up to three additional one-year terms, providing long-term opportunities for qualified vendors. Although specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the hourly rate structure and comprehensive service requirements suggest a substantial potential contract value. The procurement appears designed to establish a robust, flexible contract for ongoing indoor air quality assessment and remediation services across Florida's educational facilities.