Sand bags

The City of St. Petersburg is seeking a multi-year agreement for the procurement of polypropylene sand bags, sized 14" x 26" with drawstrings, to be stocked at the Consolidated Warehouse and distributed during emergency hurricane declarations. The solicitation (Quote No. 25-014) is for an initial purchase of 200,000 bags, with subsequent minimum purchases of 24,000 bags, delivered to 327 17th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to deliver within seven business days and comply with specific insurance requirements, including $1 million in commercial general liability insurance and $1 million in commercial automobile liability insurance. The procurement timeline indicates that questions were due by November 6, 2024, with electronic responses required by November 13, 2024, at 3:01 pm. The contract will have a three-year term, with the city reserving the right to award to the lowest and best responsive quote based on vendors meeting minimum qualifications. Evaluation criteria will focus on vendor compliance with state and local regulations, including non-discrimination policies, E-Verify requirements, and environmental preferable purchasing guidelines.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract appears open to qualified vendors who can meet the specified insurance and delivery requirements. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation. The initial purchase volume is 200,000 bags, with minimum subsequent purchases of 24,000 bags, suggesting a potential total contract value that could range between $50,000 and $150,000, depending on the per-unit pricing. The agreement allows for potential price adjustments after the initial twelve-month period, subject to mutual written agreement. The city is not obligated to purchase exclusively from this vendor and retains the right to contract with other suppliers. Funding for the purchases is contingent upon annual budget appropriations, with an understanding that essential city services will be prioritized in the budgeting process.