Recoating of Water Tower No. 2

The City of Ocala, located in Marion County, Florida, is seeking bids for ITB#WRS/250473, a comprehensive project to recoat Water Tower No. 2, a 146-foot tall, 35-foot diameter steel water tank constructed in 2002. The procurement is a lump sum contract requiring a contractor to provide complete exterior painting services, including full surface preparation through commercial blast cleaning to SSPC-SP6 NACE No. 3 standards, application of a multi-layer coating system with specific dry film thickness requirements, and logo restoration. Mandatory requirements include a pre-bid meeting held on March 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST at the water tower site, with contractor qualifications stipulating at least 10 years of experience recoating elevated steel tanks and the ability to perform 80% of work with their own forces. Bidders must submit detailed technical documentation, including product specification sheets, and comply with AWWA D102 Steel Water Tank Coating Standards using UV-resistant, semigloss white paint. The project timeline requires work to commence within 15 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and be completed within 120 days, with normal working hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. The bid submission deadline is March 28, 2025, with the contract award going to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all outlined requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 per occurrence for Commercial General Liability and Commercial Automotive Liability, with Workers' Compensation meeting Florida statutory requirements. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the project involves restoring existing municipal water infrastructure and requires comprehensive integration with the current water tower structure. The bid will be evaluated on a lump sum basis, with contractors responsible for providing all materials, labor, supervision, tools, accessories, and equipment necessary to complete the exterior painting services. The project includes a three-year warranty on all labor and materials, and contractors must comply with manufacturer requirements and undergo inspections by City of Ocala Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Inspectors. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the recoating project, including specialized surface preparation and multi-layer coating application, suggests a significant municipal infrastructure investment.