Pressure Washing Services (SBE Set-Aside)

Hillsborough County is seeking qualified contractors to perform pressure washing services for its Water Resources, Pet Resources, and Parks and Recreation Departments through Invitation to Bid ITB-25-00353. The comprehensive services will involve removing dirt, grime, spider webs, organic growth, and debris from exterior building surfaces, structures, ground storage tanks (up to 6 million gallons), parking lots, and other county assets throughout Hillsborough County. Pressure washing services will range from 2,000 to 4,000 pounds per square inch (PSI), with specific techniques required for different surfaces including gutters, pools, sidewalks, and tanks. Contractors must use environmentally friendly and phosphate-free detergents and provide all necessary equipment for the work. The bid is due on October 15, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. Eastern Time, and will be accepted exclusively through the county's electronic bidding system (Euna Procurement), with a planned contract duration of three years.

This procurement is specifically designated as a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) set-aside, meaning only SBE-certified businesses registered with Hillsborough County's MBE Division can submit bids. The estimated project budget is $390,000.00, covering the entire three-year contract term. Successful bidders must meet extensive insurance requirements, including Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, Workers' Compensation, and various specialized coverage types with limits ranging from $300,000 to $1,000,000 per occurrence. Contractors must obtain insurance from authorized Florida entities with A.M. Best ratings of A-, Class 7 or better, and provide comprehensive insurance certificates before commencing work. Additional compliance requirements include maintaining a drug-free workplace, completing a direct deposit authorization form, submitting a substitute W-9, and adhering to E-Verify requirements and non-discrimination workforce regulations.