Specifications for base camp services MSA

Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association, Inc. (FKEC) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Master Service Agreement (MSA) for Base Camp Services in Monroe County, Florida. The procurement seeks a provider capable of establishing two turn-key base camp facilities to accommodate 100-200 persons for sleeping and 150-200 persons for dining, located between Mile Markers 107 and 47 in the Florida Keys. Each base camp deployment will be for a minimum of seven consecutive days, with potential extensions by single day intervals. Required services include comprehensive infrastructure and support such as kitchen and catering, refrigeration, air-conditioned dining and sleeping facilities, showers, toilets, laundry services, ice, on-site medical aid, site security, water, generators, waste removal, and after-hours truck and equipment fueling services. The evaluation criteria will weight qualifications of the firm and staff at 25 points, relevant past performance at 25 points, and cost proposal at 50 points. Proposals are due on April 14, 2025, with an anticipated intent to award on April 22, 2025, and the Master Service Agreement effective through December 31, 2027.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The bid was ultimately awarded to six companies: Garner Environmental Services, Inc.; GardaWorld Federal Services, LLC; Granny's Alliance Holdings, Inc.; Kelby & Company 1st Responders, LLC; Storm Services, LLC; and USA Up Star, LLC. While specific contract values are not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the base camp services suggests a significant operational budget. FKEC will provide fuel and propane, and bidders are required to submit comprehensive documentation including certifications regarding debarment, lobbying, drug-free workplace, and public entity crimes. The procurement was conducted through VendorLink and DemandStar systems, with FKEC noting they do not meet the definition of a "state and local government agency" under Florida Statute Title X, Chapter 119, and therefore reserving the right to protect the privacy of bidders and vendors.