SCADA On Call Continuing Services

The City of Fort Myers is soliciting qualifications for SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) On Call Continuing Services through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ). The procurement seeks firms with expertise in utility electrical, instrumentation, and control systems to support various city facilities through an initial five-year contract term. Selected firms will be responsible for comprehensive SCADA system services, including planning, designing, integrating, and maintaining electrical power systems, motor control networks, server infrastructure, and related technological components. Specific technical requirements include experience with platforms like Rockwell Automation and Siemens, and the ability to support critical utility infrastructure operations 24/7. Respondents must hold current Florida state licenses, have been in business for at least three consecutive years, and demonstrate no significant legal or financial issues. The City will evaluate proposals based on qualifications, technical approach, and minority business enterprise participation. The proposal submission deadline is April 11, 2024, with work to be performed through individual work authorizations as needed.

The solicitation includes significant emphasis on minority and disadvantaged business enterprise (MBE/DBE) participation, with a 15% MBE goal for the contract. Contractors must demonstrate good faith efforts in obtaining MBE participation, including detailed documentation of engagement with minority-owned businesses. The City has established local preference points, with 5 points awarded for businesses located within Fort Myers, 3 points for Lee County businesses, and 0 points for out-of-county firms. While no specific contract value is explicitly stated, the documents suggest this is an indefinite quantity/indefinite delivery (ID/IQ) contract for ongoing SCADA services. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including general liability, professional liability, and cyber liability coverage. Potential respondents must comply with various federal and state regulations, including American Iron and Steel Requirements, Build America Buy America provisions, and strict documentation of business practices. The contract includes provisions for potential self-performance of up to 25% of project work, with a focus on maintaining flexible, responsive utility infrastructure support.