Pavement marking services

Sarasota County is conducting an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for Pavement Marking Services, soliciting a vendor to provide comprehensive pavement marking solutions across various county locations. The procurement seeks a contractor capable of furnishing labor, supervision, equipment, vehicles, and materials for installing pavement markings in accordance with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Standard Specifications. Specific requirements include applying thermoplastic markings, preparing surfaces, and ensuring proper installation conditions such as dry surfaces and temperatures of at least 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Contractors must have at least one employee with an Advanced Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) or Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Certification and will be expected to respond to service requests within 48 hours, typically completing work within 10 business days. The bid opening occurred on July 21, 2021, at 2:30 PM EDT, with an anticipated initial contract term of three years and potential for two additional annual renewals. Three vendors submitted bids: McShea Contracting, LLC; AKCA Inc.; and Traffic Control Products of Florida, Inc. Evaluation criteria focused on responsiveness, pricing, and meeting minimum qualifications including immigration verification, legal name confirmation, and public entity status.

The solicitation does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, and the procurement process was open to qualified vendors. The bid attracted 3,809 notifications and 39 views, ultimately receiving three competitive proposals. Bid prices ranged from $1,886,970.00 (McShea Contracting) to $2,625,870.00 (Traffic Control Products), with AKCA Inc. submitting a mid-range bid of $1,927,350.00. McShea Contracting, LLC from Lehigh Acres, Florida, was recommended for award as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Contractors are required to maintain various insurance coverages, including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Business Automobile Liability. The work will be performed on an as-needed basis, primarily during non-standard hours (before 7:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m.) to minimize traffic disruption. All work will be warranted for one year or the standard manufacturer's warranty period, whichever is greater. Pricing will be based on a comprehensive fee schedule with unit prices inclusive of all charges.