Non-MSBU Retention Pond Aquatic Weed Control

Orange County, Florida is seeking sealed electronic bids for a Non-MSBU Retention Pond Aquatic Weed Control Term Contract (IFB #Y22-1031-MM) through the OpenGov Procurement portal. The procurement covers aquatic herbicide treatment services for retention ponds throughout unincorporated Orange County, with a base contract term of 12 months and potential for two 24-month renewals. The initial scope includes treatment of 4,000 acres, with potential increases to 4,300 acres in Option Year 1 and 4,700 acres in Option Year 2, plus an additional 400 supplemental acres each year. Bidders must provide per-acre pricing and meet specific qualifications, including equipment standards, personnel certifications, and environmental compliance documentation. A non-mandatory virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for July 11, 2022, at 10:00 AM EST, with final electronic bids due by 4:00 PM EST on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Comprehensive bid submissions must include references, proof of licenses, drug-free workplace certification, and various disclosure forms, with the county reserving the right to award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The contract appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Funding will come from Orange County's Stormwater Management Division, with no minimum purchase guarantee. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the contract covers treatment of up to 4,700 acres in the final option year, suggesting a potentially substantial contract value. The solicitation includes 47 distinct retention pond locations across Orange County, with mowable areas ranging from 0.09 to 9.63 acres, primarily located near residential developments, roadways, and intersections. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate expertise in aquatic herbicide treatment, environmental management, and compliance with local regulatory requirements. The comprehensive mapping and specification documents provided (Attachment_A_-Non-MSBU_Spray_Maps.pdf) offer detailed geospatial information to assist potential bidders in understanding the full scope of the project.