Temporary Emergency Labor

Pinellas County is seeking to establish a contract with staffing firms within the local region, including Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco Counties, to provide temporary general laborers, especially for emergency response situations. The contract aims to facilitate rapid deployment of personnel to various locations such as the Emergency Operations Center, shelters, staging areas, and community distribution points during emergencies that may last from several days to weeks. Some assignments may involve duties funded by federal grants, requiring compliance with FEMA regulations, including the submission of specific attachments prior to contract award. The contract size ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000, and the procurement process emphasizes flexibility to meet urgent staffing needs in high-stakes scenarios. The solicitation, titled "Temporary Emergency Labor," was posted on August 28, 2024, with a response deadline of September 17, 2024. It is managed by Pinellas Emergency Management under the NAICS code 561320, which pertains to temporary staffing services. The primary point of contact is Sharon Beacht, reachable via email or phone, and the contract emphasizes the need for staffing firms capable of mobilizing personnel quickly in response to emergencies, with the potential for ongoing or multiple short-term assignments. The procurement process is accessible online, providing detailed information and submission guidelines for interested vendors.