Locksmith Services

The City of Bartow, Florida is requesting bids on comprehensive locksmith services across multiple city facilities under ITB 26-27, with bids due August 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Local vendor preference and Women/Minority/Veteran Business Enterprise preferences apply according to established city criteria. E-Verify compliance is mandatory.

The scope encompasses key cutting, lock core keying and installation, mechanical lock installation and onsite servicing, door frame and door installation, and associated hardware such as panic bars and closers. Contractors must respond to non-emergency repair requests within 24 hours and emergency requests within one hour, with 24/7/365 availability across City Hall, Public Works, Police and Fire Department facilities, Parks and Recreation facilities, water and wastewater treatment facilities, and utility facilities.

The Master Locksmith must hold Florida Master Locksmith Certification and have a minimum ten years of verifiable commercial experience; Locksmith Helpers require one year of verified experience. All personnel must pass background checks acceptable to the City. Bidders must submit three client references from similar projects completed within the past five years and resumes demonstrating required experience levels.

Pricing is structured as hourly rates for Master Locksmith services, Locksmith Helper services, and Emergency Services, with materials and hardware provided at negotiated discount off manufacturer's suggested retail price lists. The initial contract term is one year with two automatic one-year renewal options, provided the City does not issue written non-renewal notice 60 days before the end of each service year.

Awards are made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with consideration given to vendor performance history, capacity, equipment, skill, legal compliance, financial resources, and ability to provide ongoing maintenance and service. Bidders must provide certificates of insurance including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability of $500,000 per occurrence, and Commercial Automobile Liability of $5,000,000 per accident.