Pavement Marking Supplies

The City of St. Petersburg in Pinellas County, Florida, is seeking qualified vendors to provide pavement marking supplies for its Stormwater, Pavement, and Traffic Operations Department through an Invitation for Bid (IFB-24-209). The procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of pavement marking materials, including thermoplastic marking granular in yellow and white, glass oxide beads, traffic paint, pavement markers, car stops, adhesives, and thermo tape. Vendors must demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience in the pavement marking materials business and meet stringent technical specifications outlined in the solicitation documents. All materials must comply with ASTM Standards and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Specification Sections 970 and 706, ensuring high-quality, new, and unused products designed for their intended purpose. The solicitation was released on July 12, 2024, with a deadline for questions on July 26, 2024, and final responses due by August 6, 2024, at 3:00 pm, to be submitted electronically through the city's procurement portal.

The contract will have an initial term of three years from the date of execution, with potential renewal options, and vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage and comply with all applicable laws and city policies. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the procurement emphasizes environmentally preferable purchasing and health considerations. The cost proposal includes detailed line item quantities, such as 80,000 lbs of yellow thermoplastic marking granular and 32,000 lbs of white thermoplastic marking granular, suggesting a substantial procurement volume. The city reserves the right to contract with multiple suppliers and is not obligated to exclusively purchase from a single vendor. Financial obligations are subject to annual budgeting and appropriation of funds, with payments to be made in accordance with the Local Government Prompt Payment Act. While a specific award value is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the solicitation and the extensive material quantities indicate a potentially significant contract value for the selected vendor(s).