Prequalification pool for elevator replacement & modernization

The City of Miami Beach is seeking to establish a prequalification pool of certified elevator contractors for elevator replacement and modernization services through Invitation to Bid (ITB) 2025-014-MP. The procurement is specifically targeting contractors capable of comprehensive elevator upgrades within city-owned facilities, with services spanning the removal and disposal of outdated components, installation of new equipment like traction machines, controllers, door operators, and safety systems, and ensuring compliance with current building codes and ADA requirements. Contractors must be Certified Elevator Technicians or registered elevator companies with at least three project references completed within the last three years in Florida. The procurement process will involve an initial 30-day review period after ITB issuance, during which contractors will be evaluated based on ability, capacity, skill, performance history, and regulatory compliance. Bidders must electronically submit their detailed application through Bidnet Direct by the due date of April 14, 2025, with contractors subject to ongoing evaluation and potential addition to the prequalification pool even after the initial selection process.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but does require strict adherence to city ordinances including background check requirements and ethical guidelines. The prequalification pool will be established for a five-year period, with work to be distributed through Invitations to Quote (ITQ) on an as-needed basis. Each individual elevator replacement or modernization project is estimated to have a budget of approximately $200,000, though inclusion in the pool does not guarantee work assignments. The city will separately coordinate and manage additional required work by other licensed trades, and companies providing "Work by Others" for elevator replacement/modernization will not be permitted to submit under this solicitation. Contractors must demonstrate comprehensive capabilities in elevator system upgrades, including electrical and mechanical modifications, structural adjustments, and integration with existing building systems, with a focus on ensuring performance, reliability, and safety of elevator infrastructure.