Vehicle body and frame repair

Pinellas County and Clewiston City are seeking a comprehensive vehicle body and frame repair contractor through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) released on March 27, 2025, with proposals due on April 22, 2025, at 3:00 pm. The contract will cover repair, refinishing, and restoration services for a diverse fleet including passenger sedans, SUVs, light trucks, vans, medium trucks, and heavy trucks. Successful contractors must provide skilled labor, tools, equipment, and materials to address collision damage, body deterioration, and finish degradation, meeting manufacturer specifications and industry safety standards. Required qualifications include having a cross-draft spray booth accommodating vehicles up to 21 feet long, a frame straightening system with at least 20 tons of pulling power, and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)-certified technicians for specific repair types. Vendors must submit detailed pricing proposals through the OpenGov procurement portal, including labor rates for sheet metal work, exterior refinishing, and frame straightening, as well as markup or discount percentages for OEM, aftermarket, and fabricated parts. The initial contract term will be 12 months, with potential extensions for up to three additional 12-month periods.

The solicitation includes several mandatory compliance documents that restrict potential bidders, including a Foreign Countries of Concern Affidavit prohibiting contractors with significant ties to China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, and Syria. Contractors must also submit a Common Carrier Attestation confirming they will not knowingly transport unauthorized aliens and a Human Trafficking Affidavit certifying ethical labor practices. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the contract and extensive requirements suggest a substantial procurement value. The contract does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Insurance requirements are rigorous, mandating general liability, workers' compensation, automobile liability, and pollution legal liability coverage with specified minimum limits. Potential contractors must demonstrate technical competence, regulatory compliance, and commitment to high-quality vehicle repair services to be considered for this county fleet maintenance contract.