Public bench dividers, W Dearborn Street

Sarasota County is conducting a Quick Quote (QQ) procurement for thirty-six center arm bench dividers to be installed on W Dearborn Street, specifically seeking two dividers for backless benches and thirty-four for backed benches. The procurement requires custom bench dividers that must be powder coated to match existing metal-framed benches, with color options including RAL 6027 (teal), RAL 5024 (blue), and RAL 1034 (yellow). Bidders must submit detailed information including product images, color confirmations, measurements, and specifications, with the Planning and Development Services department managing the solicitation. The bid timeline includes a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting on July 16, 2025, at 1:00 pm, with questions due by July 22, 2025, at 1:00 pm, and final responses required by July 23, 2025, at 3:00 pm. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness, responsibility, and the lowest total bid price, with the county reserving the right to purchase additional quantities at the quoted unit price within 30 days of award.

The procurement does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The total purchase must not exceed $50,000, with potential for extended pricing up to one year. Delivery is scheduled for August 22, 2025, at 2:30 pm to 4571 Englewood Road in Venice, Florida. Bidders are required to provide references demonstrating relevant experience and submit new, current product versions complying with federal, state, and local regulations. The contract includes a one-year warranty from the date of county acceptance, or the standard manufacturer's warranty, whichever is longer. Bidders must submit responses electronically through the county's secure procurement portal, with Marcie Miller Castaneda, the Englewood CRA Manager, serving as the primary contact for the solicitation. All bid-related costs, including delivery, must be inclusive in the submitted pricing, with no additional fees to be paid by the county.