PRESSURE WASHING SERVICES, SDMC No. 25-0105-MR

The School District of Manatee County (SDMC) has issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 25-0105-MR for comprehensive pressure washing services targeting contractors located within Manatee and Sarasota Counties. The procurement seeks contractors to provide exterior building surface cleaning, including pressure washing of concrete surfaces, canopies, buildings, light and heavy debris removal, and gum elimination services. Contractors must submit electronic proposals through VendorLink by March 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, with the contract period spanning April 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028, and potential renewal options for two additional one-year periods. Required qualifications include maintaining comprehensive general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, providing an E-Verify number, and complying with federal and state regulations. Evaluation criteria appear to emphasize pricing, with bids ranging from $0.025 to $3.500 per square foot, and contractors must demonstrate capability to complete services within 2-30 days after receiving an order.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but it does include provisions requiring contractors to maintain a drug-free workplace and comply with anti-discrimination provisions. Contractors will be expected to serve as first responders during hurricane season (June 1 through November 30) and provide percentage markups for rental equipment (maximum 10%) and subcontracted services (maximum 10%). The estimated annual expenditure is under $99,999.99, with the contract structured to allow primary awards to SDMC and secondary awards to other districts. Bidders such as Quick Painting Group Corp and Klen Space, Inc. submitted competitive pricing, with bid prices ranging significantly across 16 total bidders. The School District reserves the right to increase the service provider pool and terminate the contract with 30 days' notice, providing flexibility in contract management and vendor selection.