Painting Services

The Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County is seeking a two-year contract for painting services through Invitation to Bid No. 26-03, specifically targeting Certified Small Business Enterprises (SBEs). The procurement covers comprehensive painting services across 18 different SWA facilities, including interior and exterior painting, abrasive blasting, and electrostatic painting to be performed on an as-needed basis. The solicitation is structured into three distinct lots: Lot 1 for standard painting services (involving Painter Supervisor and Painter roles), Lot 2 for abrasive blasting services (Abrasive Blasting Supervisor and Helper), and Lot 3 for electrostatic painting services (Electrostatic Painting Supervisor and Helper). Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of relevant experience and provide detailed documentation including references, project experience, and equipment listings. Pricing will be based on hourly rates for both standard and overtime work, with no markup allowed on material reimbursements. The bid is scheduled to be posted on October 31, 2025, with proposals due by December 3, 2025, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The contract is exclusively reserved for Certified Small Business Enterprises, with strict compliance required under the Authority's Economic Inclusion Policy. Bidders must complete a Small Business Enterprise Commitment Form and meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including general liability, automobile liability, workers' compensation, and pollution liability with specified minimum coverage limits. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the two-year contract includes an option for a one-year renewal, suggesting potential ongoing revenue for the selected vendor. The procurement emphasizes local economic development by restricting participation to SBEs, with a focus on supporting small businesses in Palm Beach County. Successful bidders will be expected to provide flexible, on-demand painting services across multiple SWA facilities, demonstrating capability to handle diverse painting requirements from standard interior/exterior work to specialized techniques like electrostatic painting and abrasive blasting.