City of Orlando - Purchase of Siemens Automation Components and Services - IFB26-0330 (2026)
City of OrlandoCity · Orlando, FL- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Varun Desai
- (407) 246-3874
The 30-second brief
The City of Orlando Water Reclamation Division is seeking bids from authorized distributors and service providers for the purchase of Siemens Automation Components and Services under a 3-year term contract with options to renew for up to 60 months. The scope includes supplying new and genuine Siemens automation hardware, SIMATIC S7-1500 and S7-300 PLCs, ET200 distributed I/O systems, SCADA and HMI hardware, PROFINET and PROFIBUS communication networks, SCALANCE industrial Ethernet switches, SINAMICS variable frequency drives, SIRIUS motor starters, and SIMOCODE motor management systems. Additionally, the contractor will provide technical support services, startup and commissioning assistance, lifecycle support, emergency response services within 1 hour or with personnel located within 50 miles of Orlando City Hall, and TIA Portal software training support. Responses are due by October 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with a question cutoff date of October 12, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of Florida municipal experience and maintain Central Florida-based Siemens Certified Application Engineers and access to an authorized training center.
Lowest evaluated cost meeting specifications
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Summary
The City of Orlando Water Reclamation Division is seeking bids from authorized distributors and service providers for the purchase of Siemens Automation Components and Services under a 3-year term contract with options to renew for up to 60 months.
The scope includes supplying new and genuine Siemens automation hardware, SIMATIC S7-1500 and S7-300 PLCs, ET200 distributed I/O systems, SCADA and HMI hardware, PROFINET and PROFIBUS communication networks, SCALANCE industrial Ethernet switches, SINAMICS variable frequency drives, SIRIUS motor starters, and SIMOCODE motor management systems. Additionally, the contractor will provide technical support services, startup and commissioning assistance, lifecycle support, emergency response services within 1 hour or with personnel located within 50 miles of Orlando City Hall, and TIA Portal software training support. Responses are due by October 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with a question cutoff date of October 12, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of Florida municipal experience and maintain Central Florida-based Siemens Certified Application Engineers and access to an authorized training center.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest evaluated cost meeting specifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
20- Attachment A - References
- Attachment B - Respondent's Certification Form
- Attachment C - Contract and Acceptance Form
- Attachment D - Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- Attachment E - Confidential and/or Proprietary Information Exemption Form
- Attachment F - Human Trafficking Affidavit
- Attachment G - Veteran Business Enterprise Participation Form
- Attachment H - Small and Local Business Enterprise Participation
- W-9 Form
- Proof of Insurance
- Siemens Authorized Distributor Certificate or Letter
- Siemens Certified Application Engineer Certificates
- Siemens Automation / PLC Certification
- Siemens HMI / SCADA Certification
- Siemens Drives / Motor Control Certification
- Siemens Industrial Communications / Networking Certification
- Siemens TIA Portal Training or Certification
- Siemens Training Center Authorization or Access Documentation
- Office Location Documentation
- Bid Price Form-IFB26-0330
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/orlando
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Orlando, FL
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Orlando?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/orlando. For questions, contact Varun Desai.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Orlando in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Varun Desai at (407) 246-3874. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest evaluated cost meeting specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Orlando?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Orlando are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Orlando regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment A - References, Attachment B - Respondent's Certification Form, Attachment C - Contract and Acceptance Form, Attachment D - Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form, Attachment E - Confidential. Review the full document from City of Orlando for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orlando, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.