Solid Waste Pump Station 201 Improvements

Pinellas County is seeking design-build services for the Solid Waste Pump Station 201 Improvements project through a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued on March 27, 2025. The procurement follows the Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA) and targets improvements to a 725 gallons per minute (gpm), 45 horsepower (hp) triplex lift station at the Solid Waste Disposal Complex. Key project objectives include modifying the existing Flygt control panel to enable alternating pump cycling between Pump 1 and Pump 3, replacing non-operational valves, and installing a new magnetic flow meter to address current reading inaccuracies. Proposals will be evaluated using a 1,000-point scoring system considering factors such as firm capabilities, professional personnel, project experience, previous county work volume, and business enterprise status. Written questions are due by April 4, 2025, with all proposal submittals required by April 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Non-mandatory site visits can be scheduled between March 28th and April 8th by contacting Daniel Torres, and the contract period is set for 90 days from the Notice to Proceed, with services to be performed in design and construction phases.

The RFP encourages participation from minority-owned businesses and Small Business Enterprises (SBE), with evaluation criteria specifically allocating points for these designations. Proposers must submit comprehensive documentation including Standard Form 330, proof of licenses, insurance certificates, and comply with local, state, and federal requirements such as E-Verify. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the project involves infrastructure improvements at an existing solid waste facility located at 3095 114th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL. The county offers an electronic payment (ePayables) program and requires detailed insurance specifications for both design and construction phases. Proposers must demonstrate professional qualifications, with the county reserving the right to negotiate terms and select the most advantageous proposal. The existing infrastructure utilizes Flygt pumps and a control panel, which will require strategic modification to optimize operational efficiency and extend equipment lifespan.