Motor Repair and Rewinding Services

The City of St. Petersburg, Florida is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive electric motor and generator repair, rewind, and remanufacturing services through Invitation for Bid (IFB-24-204). The procurement covers citywide motor repair services for electric motors ranging from 3 hp to 1000 hp, across multiple municipal facilities including water treatment plants, lift stations, and various infrastructure sites. Vendors must demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of experience in motor repair, maintain Electrical Apparatus Service Association (EASA) membership, and possess current certifications from Underwriters Laboratories or Factory Mutual. The contract requires vendors to perform full-service motor rehabilitation, including pick-up, detailed inspection, mechanical and electrical repairs, rewinding, and reinstallation, with a mandatory one-year warranty on all work. The solicitation was released on June 17, 2024, with questions due by June 24, 2024, and final responses required by July 11, 2024, at 3:00 pm through the city's online procurement portal. Vendors must adhere to comprehensive technical specifications outlined in multiple attachments, which detail precise requirements for motor repair, including NEMA and EASA standards, insulation specifications, testing protocols, and quality assurance measures.

The procurement does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The initial contract term is three years from execution, with potential renewal options for up to an additional three years. Insurance requirements include $1 million in commercial general liability, $1 million in commercial automobile liability, and workers' compensation coverage. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the cost proposal template suggests flexibility in pricing for various motor repair scenarios, including mechanical and electrical unit pricing, emergency repair charges, inspection fees, and additional service provisions. The city emphasizes environmentally preferable purchasing and requires vendors to comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including E-Verify and background check requirements. The contract is not exclusive, allowing the city to simultaneously contract with multiple service providers. The procurement covers an extensive inventory of 72 electric motors across multiple municipal facilities, manufactured by brands including Baldor/Reliance, Westinghouse, GE, and Marathon, with motors ranging from 20 to 1000 horsepower and varying voltage specifications.