McIntosh Power Plant Cooling Tower Distribution System Replacement

The City of Lakeland, Lakeland Electric, is requesting proposals for the complete replacement of the cooling water distribution system at McIntosh Power Plant under RFP 2026-RFP-120, with sealed proposals due October 14, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., and a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on September 30, 2026. A local-vendor preference is available for businesses meeting established criteria within Lakeland Electric's service territory.

The scope encompasses removal of existing header piping, lateral piping, and spray nozzles, with furnishing and installation of a complete new distribution system comprising 30-inch FRP non-fire-retardant header piping, PVC lateral piping, and ATP sprayer nozzles or owner-approved equivalents. Work must be completed during a critical 18-day outage window from April 30 through May 17, 2027, with close coordination required with Lakeland Electric to support scheduled unit startup activities. Detailed technical drawings for distribution system components, cell cooling tower sprinkler configuration, and orifice installation are provided.

Proposals will be evaluated on a 100-point system: Qualifications and Relevant Experience (30 points), Pricing Proposal (30 points), Technical Approach and Understanding of Scope (20 points), Project Schedule, Staffing, and Outage Execution (15 points), and Safety Record and Safety Program (5 points). The City reserves the right to award based on best value considerations beyond cost alone.

Required submittals include W-9 forms, Florida Division of Corporations registration, completed Hold Harmless/Indemnification Agreements, Human Trafficking Affidavits, Certificates of Insurance, and demonstration of compliance with all City safety requirements, OSHA standards, and Florida statutory requirements. A Contractor Audit Form addressing Experience Modification Rate and safety metrics must be completed. Payment follows Florida Statute 218.74 (Prompt Payment Act) with a 45-day payment window from invoice date. Proposals remain valid for 60 days from opening. Questions are due October 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.