RFP 11-25C Disaster Debris Removal and Management Services

Santa Fe College, acting on behalf of the Florida College System Risk Management Consortium, has issued Request for Proposals (RFP) #11-25C for Disaster Debris Removal and Management Services across member colleges in Florida. The comprehensive solicitation seeks qualified contractors to provide extensive disaster response capabilities, including debris collection, hauling, staging, reduction, tree and stump removal, and final disposal services. Contractors must demonstrate FEMA compliance, substantial financial capability, and capacity to manage large-scale debris removal efforts with comprehensive documentation for potential federal reimbursement. The contract will span three years, beginning July 1, 2025, with potential two-year renewal options, and is structured as a pre-event contract subject to Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act provisions. Proposals are due May 21, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. EST, with a public opening on the same date and recommended award anticipated for June 2, 2025. Evaluation will likely focus on contractors' operational capabilities, equipment resources, response timelines, unit pricing for various debris management activities, and demonstrated compliance with federal grant requirements.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The solicitation allows for potential multi-vendor awards based on vendors' geographic capabilities and work volume management potential, with individual member colleges responsible for their own purchases and payments. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract anticipates pricing for various equipment and personnel deployment scenarios, including unit prices for loading and hauling debris, grinding operations, tree and stump removal, and equipment usage rates. The comprehensive nature of the RFP suggests that vendors must possess significant operational infrastructure, including substantial heavy equipment inventories, transportation capabilities, and personnel resources to respond quickly to potential disaster scenarios across Florida college campuses. Though specific budget ranges are not detailed, the multi-year, multi-college scope implies a potentially significant contract value that would require vendors to demonstrate substantial financial stability and operational readiness.