Welding and metal fabrication services

Pinellas County, Florida is seeking a welding and metal fabrication services contractor through Invitation to Bid (ITB) #24-0964-ITB to support rolling stock repair and modification. The solicitation requires contractors to perform comprehensive metal joining, forming, and fabrication services both in-shop and in-field, including welding, metal shearing, equipment repair, and custom fabrication of truck bodies, bins, and tools. Vendors must possess American Welding Society (AWS) certifications, provide safety policy documents, submit digital photographs of their shop, and present a complete list of shop equipment. The bid was released on August 7, 2024, with a question submission deadline of August 15, 2024, and a proposal submission deadline of August 29, 2024, at 3:00 pm. The initial contract term is 12 months with fixed unit prices, and the county reserves the right to extend the contract for three additional 12-month periods. Contractors are expected to have appropriate facilities, equipment, personnel, and financial resources to complete specified services, with routine response times not exceeding 72 hours and the ability to support county operations during emergencies or natural disasters.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The total estimated annual contract value is approximately $95,800, which includes labor rates for certified welders and craftworkers during normal business hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays, along with a $10,000 parts and material markup and a $75,000 shop supply fee markup. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating coverage including workers' compensation ($500,000), commercial general liability ($1,000,000), business automobile liability ($1,000,000), and excess/umbrella liability. Vendors must provide insurance certificates from companies authorized to do business in Florida with an AM Best rating of A- VIII or better. The contract includes an unspecified services reserve of up to $10,800 over the full contract duration for potential additional work not explicitly detailed in the bid specifications. Subcontractors must meet similar insurance requirements, with minimum liability limits consistent with the primary contractor's specifications.