Painting and Related Services, Continuing Service

Leon County, Florida is soliciting qualified contractors to provide painting and related services on a continuing-services basis under Solicitation BC-2026-028, with proposals due September 17, 2026. The County intends to award contracts to multiple vendors and will make work assignments at its sole discretion based on vendor availability, responsiveness, capacity, project schedule, and ability to meet County requirements.

Award will be based on total cost as reflected in the Bid Pricing Sheet. No minimum amount of work is guaranteed. The County will conduct performance evaluations through the Facilities Management Division on most completed jobs and reserves the right to be the sole evaluator of work performance, quality, and timeliness. Bidders with drug-free workplace programs will receive preference in the event of tied bids.

The contract term is three years commencing November 1, 2026 through October 31, 2029, with provisions for renewal for up to two additional one-year periods at the County's sole option, with automatic renewal unless the County provides written notice of non-renewal at least thirty days prior to expiration.

Contractors must obtain all necessary permits and licenses required by Leon County, the City of Tallahassee, the State of Florida, or applicable federal law. Required insurance includes general liability of $1 million combined single limit per occurrence, automobile liability of $1 million combined single limit per accident, and workers' compensation meeting statutory limits with employer's liability limits of $500,000. Contractors must comply with federal and state employment eligibility verification, maintain public records disclosure compliance, and execute anti-discrimination certifications. The County may terminate the agreement without cause upon thirty days' written notice or immediately for cause, including unsatisfactory work performance or failure to maintain required licenses and certifications. Submission requires completion of multiple certifications including non-collusion affidavits, debarment and suspension certification, local vendor certification, E-Verify employment eligibility verification, and anti-human trafficking affidavit.