Term Contract for Seminole County Irrigation Install

Seminole County, Florida is seeking proposals for a Term Contract for Irrigation Installation, focusing on comprehensive irrigation system installation, repair, and maintenance services across various county-owned properties including parks, roadway medians, retention slopes, and facilities. The solicitation (IFB-604540-23) requires a contractor with a minimum of three years in business, a valid Florida Irrigation Contractors License, and FDOT Maintenance of Traffic Certification. Contractors must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and coordination necessary for irrigation work, with an expectation of performing repairs within two business days of notice. The evaluation will use a points-based system across four key criteria: ability to perform work (25 points), qualifications/experience (25 points), reference checks (25 points), and cost reasonableness (25 points). Key dates include a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference on April 24, 2023, with bid responses due by May 3, 2023, at 2:00 pm. The contract is structured as a three-year term agreement with options for two successive one-year renewals, and the first three months will be considered a probationary period during which Seminole County may terminate the agreement without cause.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract allows for multiple awards or partial awards, and contractors will be required to comply with E-Verify requirements for all new employees and subcontractors. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including commercial general liability, workers' compensation, professional liability, and business auto policies, with Seminole County to be named as an additional insured. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the contract will use fixed fee and unit pricing as outlined in Exhibit C of the contract documents. The solicitation also includes a FEMA Requirements addendum, suggesting potential federal funding or disaster-related work provisions, which may impact contract terms and compliance requirements. Contractors should be prepared for potential additional federal regulatory compliance, including provisions related to wage requirements, civil rights, and grant-funded work standards.