Citywide Flagpole and Banner Pole Maintenance Services

The City of Norfolk is seeking a responsible vendor to provide comprehensive maintenance, electrical service, as-needed repairs, and replacement of damaged flagpoles and banner poles for all City-owned assets, excluding Scope Arena and Fire Stations 1–16. The scope of work includes quarterly inspections to ensure structural integrity and functioning electrical systems, the installation and removal of flags and banners for events, and the removal of banners during severe weather with sustained winds exceeding 35–40 mph. The contractor must submit quarterly written reports and notify the City of any damage within 24 hours. Routine services must be completed within ten business days of notification, while emergency requests require a response within four hours. Award will be granted to the lowest responsible bidder based on the lowest total cost, provided the quote is responsive and not unbalanced. Bidders must demonstrate necessary financial resources and facilities, and provide certifications regarding non-discrimination, ethics in public contracting, and debarment status. All work must comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926, VDOT Work Area Protection Manual, and MUTCD Part 6 standards. Personnel must hold OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour training, fall protection, and aerial lift certifications. Payments will be made via electronic funds transfer, and invoices must be emailed to the designated City address.