Maintenance and Cleaning of Retention Ponds, Ditches and Swales

Solicitation 26-HO-032 is an invitation to bid issued by the School Board of Pinellas County, Florida, for the maintenance and cleaning of retention ponds, ditches, and swales across district properties. The scope of work includes mowing, vegetation and tree removal, silt and sediment extraction, grading, herbicide application, and the cleaning and repair of outfall structures. All services must be performed using approved equipment, such as Spyder machines, and must comply with the State Requirements for Educational Facilities and relevant Florida statutes. The contract period is scheduled from September 22, 2026, to September 21, 2027, with the district retaining the unilateral right to extend the term for up to three additional 30-day periods. The estimated annual contract value is 450,000 dollars. Prospective vendors must meet stringent compliance and security requirements, including Level 2 background checks under the Florida Jessica Lunsford Act for any personnel accessing school grounds. Mandatory submissions include a drug-free workplace certification, debarment form AD-1048, a sworn statement under Section 287.133(3)(A), and evidence of at least five years of business continuity. Contractors are required to maintain general liability and automotive liability insurance of 1,000,000 dollars per occurrence, as well as statutory workers compensation. Bids must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov Procurement portal by August 28, 2026. Performance is measured by the restoration of stormwater systems to original design capacity and adherence to specified maintenance frequencies, with final acceptance occurring at the destination sites upon verification by the School Board.