Irrigation Installation Services

Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation Department (PRD) is seeking a qualified contractor for Irrigation Systems Installation Services through Invitation to Bid (ITB-25-00248), with bids due on August 15, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. Eastern Time via the county's electronic bidding system. The four-year contract requires comprehensive "all-inclusive" irrigation system installation services across various county locations, with precise technical specifications for installing rotary, pop-up, and bubbler systems using specialized components like I-25-6 Stainless Steel Rotary heads, PVC pipes, and specific valves. Contractors must possess a current Irrigation License with at least five consecutive years of experience and maintain sufficient personnel and equipment to handle multiple high-dollar projects simultaneously. Key qualifications include an established local office, compliance with E-Verify requirements, and ability to install irrigation systems with exact specifications for pipe depths, valve connections, and wire installations. The contract allows for potential usage by other Hillsborough County Governmental Purchasing Council members and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but it does include comprehensive compliance requirements such as mandatory E-Verify participation and employment eligibility verification. The contract includes an allowance of $75,000.00 and an estimated total project budget of $244,333.50, with the preliminary bid tabulation revealing three initial bidders: Charlies Wells and Irrigation (bid of $228,846.38), Metron Irrigation (bid of $445,225.00), and Swan Sprinkler Systems, Inc. (lowest bid at $185,433.85). Contractors must provide substantial insurance coverage, including general liability, automobile liability, excess liability, and workers' compensation, with Hillsborough County named as an additional insured. The bid documents require strict adherence to workmanship standards, material quality specifications, and comprehensive documentation including a Substitute W-9 form and direct deposit authorization. The contract is structured with pricing for two distinct periods: Years 1-2 and Years 3-4, offering flexibility and potential long-term engagement for the selected contractor.