Sewer Cleaner/Vacuuming Machine Rental

Orange County, Florida is seeking sealed bids for a Sewer Cleaner/Vacuuming Machine Rental through Invitation for Bid (IFB) #Y24-119-RM, with electronic submissions required via the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform by February 6, 2024, at 4:00 PM EST. The procurement is for a specific heavy-duty machine with technical requirements including a Roots 824-18" Hg. Blower, minimum 12-yard debris body, and 1500-gallon water capacity. This requirements contract will serve Orange County Utilities' four regional reclamation facilities and is structured for an initial one-year term with potential for four additional one-year renewals. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including company information, references, drug-free workplace certification, conflict of interest disclosures, and e-verification documentation. The county will evaluate bids based on responsiveness, with technical specifications and machine capabilities serving as key assessment criteria. Questions regarding the solicitation were required to be submitted by January 16, 2024, with no provisions for late or alternative submission methods.

The solicitation includes potential preference provisions for Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) and Registered Service Disabled Veteran (SDV) businesses, with potential price differentials ranging from 3-8% depending on total bid amount. Pricing will be firm for the initial contract period, with potential annual Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) adjustments up to 4%, subject to Procurement Division Manager authorization. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the requirement for a specialized sewer cleaner/vacuuming machine suggests a significant capital equipment investment. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the available documentation. The procurement is managed by the Orange County Procurement Division, with Rebeca Malave serving as the primary contracting agent. Technical support for the OpenGov platform will be available during business hours to assist potential respondents with the electronic submission process.