Pavement Striping on Legacy Trail

Sarasota County is seeking qualified contractors to perform comprehensive pavement striping services on the Legacy Trail, a multi-use recreational trail extending approximately 18 miles between the Venice Train Depot and Culverhouse Park. The project involves applying both painted and thermoplastic markings, including center lines, stop bars, directional arrows, speed limit indicators, crosswalk lines, and various signage across trail segments. Contractors must complete the work within 30 days of receiving the County Purchase Order, with work restricted to Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Bidders are required to submit a minimum of two references demonstrating similar service experience through the OpenGov Procurement platform, and must provide a Certificate of Insurance meeting county requirements. The bid submission deadline is August 7, 2024, at 2:30 p.m., with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for July 25, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. The final deadline for submitting questions is August 2, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Contractors must ensure patron safety by maintaining temporary traffic control, keeping half the trail open, and using appropriate safety equipment.

The contract has a quote threshold of $50,000, with the award to be made to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total bid price. The county reserves the right to purchase additional quantities at the quoted unit price for 30 days following the award, with potential extension for up to one year if the vendor agrees to honor the pricing. There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on bidder types mentioned in the documentation. Contractors must demonstrate the ability to perform precise pavement marking with both paint and thermoplastic materials, covering approximately 3,562 linear feet of paint and 5,475 linear feet of thermoplastic applications. The project includes detailed mapping and photographic documentation of the trail, which will assist contractors in understanding the specific marking requirements. A contingency of up to 10% of the total bid price may be allowed for unforeseen circumstances, subject to written county approval. Bidders must complete a vendor questionnaire and affirm compliance with state regulations, including employment eligibility verification and public records requirements.