SPTO Portable Grinder

The City of St. Petersburg, Florida is seeking a one-time procurement of a specialized Grindlazer grinder for paint removal from roadways and parking areas through Quote 24-057. The specific equipment requirements include one 26B278 Grindlazer Standard DC89 G with a PCD Nano-Round Drum 8" and one 25T-442 PCD Nano Drum. Vendor qualifications mandate being in the Grindlazer equipment business for at least 5 years and providing warranty coverage for parts and repairs. The solicitation was released on February 12, 2024, with electronic proposal submissions due by February 26, 2024, at 3:00 pm through the city's online bidding system. Evaluation will utilize a pass/fail scoring method, with award determined by the lowest quote. Insurance requirements include $1 million in commercial general liability, $1 million in commercial automobile liability, and workers' compensation insurance compliant with Florida law. The city reserves the right to accept or reject any part of the solicitation response and award the contract in a manner that best serves its interests.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, allowing open competition among qualified vendors. The estimated potential purchase amount is approximately $20,000 for this one-time goods agreement. The city's purchase order terms establish comprehensive contractual framework, including provisions for delivery, invoicing, and payment aligned with the Local Government Prompt Payment Act. Vendors must comply with all applicable laws and maintain adequate insurance coverage. The contract includes a 12-month performance guarantee, and the city retains flexibility to seek alternative vendors if delivery or quality standards are not met. Funding for the procurement is subject to annual budgetary appropriation, and the city is not obligated to exclusively purchase from any single vendor. The procurement is specifically for Pinellas County, Florida, with the contract administered directly by the City of St. Petersburg.