Reclaimed Water Ground Storage Tank Cleaning and Inspection

Collier County Irrigation Quality (IQ) is seeking a vendor to perform comprehensive cleaning and inspection services for seven ground storage tanks located throughout Collier County, Florida. The procurement involves a one-time service requiring all labor, materials, tools, and equipment to thoroughly clean and inspect water storage tanks at various sites including Countryside, Foxfire, Glades, Royal Palm, and three Pelican Bay locations. Tanks range in capacity from 0.5 to 2.5 million gallons, and the contractor must utilize a diver-assisted vacuum system to remove up to 4" of soft, silty sediment while conducting a detailed inspection. The project requires work to be completed between 7:00am and 5:30pm, with a comprehensive final report due within ten business days of inspection, including work summaries, unexpected issues, Florida State P.E. signed inspection reports, and future maintenance recommendations. The submission deadline is March 26, 2025 at 12:00am, with evaluation criteria focused on the lowest responsive quote and adherence to strict safety and environmental regulations, including confined space entry protocols and proper waste disposal.

While no specific set-aside designations were mentioned, the contract mandates extensive insurance requirements that could limit smaller contractors' ability to compete, including $1,000,000 in workers' compensation, employer's liability, commercial general liability, automobile liability, and pollution coverage. No incumbent vendors were identified in the documentation. The project serves Collier County's Irrigation Quality water system, which provides service to over 50,000 residential, commercial, and governmental customers. Although a specific budget range was not explicitly stated, the contract appears to be structured as a lump-sum pricing model with separate costs for each tank location. Potential contractors must demonstrate significant technical capabilities, including expertise in confined space entry, tank cleaning methodologies, and comprehensive reporting. Payment will be contingent on county staff's written approval of the inspection and final report, with potential payment delays if work site conditions do not meet the county's standards.