Inspection and Repair of Two Concrete Transmission Poles

The Kissimmee Utility Authority (KUA) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) 25-016-RM for the Inspection and Repair of Two Concrete Transmission Poles located in Kissimmee, Florida. The procurement involves comprehensive non-destructive inspection and potential repair of two specific concrete transmission poles: a 95' pole from 2006 situated in the median of Lawrence Silas Blvd (Pole 31362) and an 85' pole from 1989 located on Michigan Ave (Pole 6455). Bidders are required to conduct thorough visual and tactile inspections, document pole conditions, and provide a professional engineering report recommending repair or replacement strategies. The solicitation mandates that bidders demonstrate prior experience performing similar utility infrastructure work, with preference given to projects completed within the last five years. The bid is due on February 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST, with all questions and comments required to be submitted by January 24, 2025. The procurement emphasizes a detailed proposal process that includes inspection methodology, staff qualifications, safety procedures, and specific repair process details. No pre-bid conference or mandatory site visit is required for this solicitation.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly stated in the procurement documents. The solicitation requires comprehensive pricing that includes all project aspects such as overhead, profit, labor, equipment, and materials, with a base price for inspection and structural evaluation. The pricing structure allows for potential additional repair work through field change orders if necessary after the initial inspection. No bid bond or performance bond is required, and insurance requirements are categorized as Service Tier A for repairs or services under $250,000. The contract is anticipated to be a one-time purchase, with the successful contractor expected to provide a comprehensive evaluation and potential repair recommendation. While specific budget ranges were not detailed, the pricing sheet (Exhibit A) provides a framework for vendors to submit unit and total prices. Notably, a Cancellation Notice dated March 10, 2025, indicates that after review of initial bid responses, KUA has decided to cancel and reject all bids, with the possibility of re-issuing the solicitation in the future.