Chiller Winter Maintenance FY 2027

The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District is soliciting proposals for annual winter maintenance cleaning and eddy current testing services at five designated energy plants across Florida: the Central Energy Plant, Contemporary Hotel Energy Plant, EPCOT Energy Plant, Studios Energy North Plant, and Studios Energy South Plant. This solicitation, numbered RFP #C007092 and titled Chiller Winter Maintenance FY 2027, is open to qualified firms with experience in industrial maintenance and non-destructive testing, particularly eddy current testing. The work is scoped to ensure operational readiness and safety of critical infrastructure during winter months, with all services required to be performed on-site at the listed energy facilities located within the district’s jurisdiction. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the PlanetBids portal, and vendors are required to register on that platform to access full solicitation documents, submit bids, and communicate with the district. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 16, 2026, at the Central Energy Plant, with RSVPs due by June 15. The submission deadline is June 25, 2026. While specific contract value, payment terms, and detailed evaluation criteria are not disclosed in the public posting, bidders must be aware that the District offers socioeconomic preferences for local vendors, veteran-owned small businesses, and opportunity zone businesses. All respondents must meet standard vendor registration requirements, including possession of a Unique Entity ID or CAGE code, though formal representations or certifications are not explicitly listed. The NAICS code for this procurement is 72153208, and the contracting point of contact is Sara Medina, reachable via email or phone as provided in the metadata.