Wastewater Pump Station Repairs and Renovations

As requested by the Public Utilities Division (hereinafter, the “Division or Department”), the Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division (hereinafter, “County”) has issued this Invitation for Qualification (hereinafter, “IFQ”) with the intent of obtaining proposals from interested and qualified vendors in accordance with the terms, conditions and specifications stated or attached. The vendor, at a minimum, must achieve the requirements of the Specifications or Scope of Work stated.

The results of this solicitation may be used by other County departments once awarded according to the Board of County Commissioners Procurement Ordinance.

Historically, County departments have spent approximately $3,000,000; however, this may not be indicative of future buying patterns.

The County is responsible for operating and maintaining approximately 950 wastewater pump stations. To maintain their integrity and reliability, the County intends to qualify a pool of contractors to repair and renovate these pump stations, including the provision of labor, materials and equipment to perform these services. The County may elect to direct-purchase some, or all, of the utility parts for these projects on a case-by-case basis, where it has favorable commercial arrangements with suppliers.