New Crane Installation and Upgrade South Cross Reclaim Facility

Pinellas County's Purchasing and Risk Management Division has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 23-0741-ITB for a comprehensive crane installation and upgrade project at the South Cross Reclaim Facility. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide and install three primary components: a 3-Ton Under Running Crane System, a South Cross CO2 Loop Monorail Upgrade, and a South Cross SO2 Loop Monorail Upgrade. The project requires replacing existing equipment with new hoists, trolleys, and related infrastructure, with detailed technical specifications for bridge structures, electrical systems, and installation procedures. Evaluation will be conducted solely on cost, with 1000 points allocated to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Key procurement dates include a question submission deadline of June 15, 2023, and a proposal submission deadline of July 13, 2023, at 3:00 pm. Proposals must be submitted electronically via OpenGov, and the successful vendor will be required to provide comprehensive insurance coverage and comply with E-Verify requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available documentation. The project involves upgrading existing infrastructure at the South Cross Reclaim Facility, which will require careful integration with current monorail and crane systems. While the exact budget is not specified, Pinellas County reserves the right to cap expenditures and may require additional documentation from bidders to ensure contract compliance. The procurement encompasses complex technical work involving crane and monorail systems, suggesting that potential bidders should have significant expertise in industrial equipment installation, electrical systems, and mechanical infrastructure upgrades. The contract will be subject to Pinellas County's standard terms and conditions, and the successful vendor must demonstrate technical competence and financial stability to execute the project effectively.