On-Call Plumbing Services

The City of Southfield, located in Oakland County, Michigan, is soliciting bids for On-Call Plumbing Services through a Request for Bid (RFB) numbered 25-060. The procurement seeks qualified plumbing contractors to provide hourly-rated services with a specific focus on sewer and drain cleaning across multiple municipal locations, including the Main Municipal Campus, DPW Buildings, Beech Woods Arena, five Fire Stations, and the Southfield Public Library. Contractors must submit detailed pricing for different labor classifications such as Journeyman Plumber and Apprentice Plumber, with rates specified for regular hours, overtime, weekend, and holiday work. The contract will be effective for two years, from approximately November 2025 to November 2027, with potential extensions for two additional one-year periods. Bid submissions are required to be electronically uploaded to the Michigan Intergovernmental Trade Network (MITN) website by October 14, 2025, at 11:00 am local time. Evaluation criteria include demonstrated experience, labor rates, response times (four hours for projects under $3,500), and comprehensive documentation of employee credentials and company capabilities.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must meet specific qualifications, including a minimum of three consecutive years of professional experience and providing comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Automobile Liability, and Workers Compensation Insurance. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract's structure suggests an open-ended, on-call service model where actual expenditures will depend on municipal infrastructure needs. Contractors are required to submit a completed Contractor's Questionnaire, provide professional references, and demonstrate robust operational capabilities through documentation of employee credentials, company vehicles, and available equipment. The procurement approach indicates the City's intent to develop a list of qualified plumbing service providers who can respond quickly and effectively to municipal infrastructure maintenance requirements.