Residential Plumbing Services

Seminole County, Florida has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB-604803-24/MHH) seeking a certified plumbing or septic tank contractor to provide comprehensive residential plumbing services throughout the county. The procurement aims to establish a three-year service contract with the option for two additional one-year renewals, targeting contractors capable of servicing multiple locations simultaneously. The scope of services includes extensive residential plumbing work such as maintenance, repair and replacement of domestic and sewer piping systems, leak detection and repair, fixture installations, hot water heater replacements, gas line repairs, and complete plumbing system revisions. Contractors must be State of Florida Certified Plumbing Contractors and/or Septic Tank Contractors, employing both master and journeyman licensed plumbers. The bid was released on April 8, 2024, with questions due by April 29, 2024, and final responses required by May 8, 2024, at 2:00 pm. Evaluation will be conducted on a pass/fail basis, focusing on the bidder's performance capabilities, integrity, reputation, and references, with specific emphasis on licensing, insurance, and compliance documentation.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though it does require compliance with equal opportunity employment standards and E-Verify requirements. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, professional liability, and business auto policies. The pricing structure allows for a maximum 10% markup on materials over actual cost, with detailed hourly rates specified for Certified Master Plumbers and Journeyman Plumbers during regular and non-regular business hours. The contract estimates 380 hours for each plumber classification during regular business hours and 40 hours during non-regular hours. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive pricing exhibit and service requirements suggest a potentially significant contract value. Additionally, the contract includes provisions for potential FEMA-related work, indicating flexibility for disaster recovery or emergency response plumbing services, which could expand the potential scope and financial opportunities for the selected contractor.