Pinellas County Design and Construction of Power Distribution - 27-0075-RFQ-DB, 2026
Pinellas CountyCounty · Clearwater, FL- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Catherine Eichner
- (727) 464-7518
The 30-second brief
Pinellas County, Florida seeks a qualified design-build team to develop and implement a resilient, multi-source microgrid system at the Solid Waste Disposal Complex in St. Petersburg, Florida. The microgrid will integrate power from the existing Waste-to-Energy (WTE) facility, a new floating solar array (5 MW capacity), and electric utility services to provide electricity to county facilities and enhance site-wide reliability, operational continuity, and sustainability. Key components include a new medium-voltage switchgear building, microgrid controller, overhead and underground distribution infrastructure, PV inverters, transformers, power system studies, and metering upgrades. Submissions are due by December 1, 2026. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for November 13, 2026.
Ability of Firm and its Professional and Construction Personnel, Willingness and Ability to Meet Schedule and Budget Based on Current and Projected Workload (42.5 Points); Firm Experience with Projects of Similar Size and Past Performance (37.5 Points); Volume of Work Previously Awarded by the County (5 Points); Minority Business Status (2.5 Points); Pinellas County Small Business Enterprise Status (10 Points); Location (2.5 Points)
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Summary
Pinellas County, Florida seeks a qualified design-build team to develop and implement a resilient, multi-source microgrid system at the Solid Waste Disposal Complex in St.
Petersburg, Florida. The microgrid will integrate power from the existing Waste-to-Energy (WTE) facility, a new floating solar array (5 MW capacity), and electric utility services to provide electricity to county facilities and enhance site-wide reliability, operational continuity, and sustainability. Key components include a new medium-voltage switchgear building, microgrid controller, overhead and underground distribution infrastructure, PV inverters, transformers, power system studies, and metering upgrades. Submissions are due by December 1, 2026. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for November 13, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Ability of Firm and its Professional and Construction Personnel, Willingness and Ability to Meet Schedule and Budget Based on Current and Projected Workload (42.5 Points); Firm Experience with Projects of Similar Size and Past Performance (37.5 Points); Volume of Work Previously Awarded by the County (5 Points); Minority Business Status (2.5 Points); Pinellas County Small Business Enterprise Status (10 Points); Location (2.5 Points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- SF-330 Part I and II
- W-9 Request for Taxpayer ID Number and Certification
- Contractor References
- Signature Page of the RFQ
- Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Status Form
- E-Verify Affidavit
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pinellasfl
- Scope location
- St. Petersburg, FL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Pinellas County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pinellasfl. For questions, contact Catherine Eichner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Pinellas County 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 RFQ 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 Catherine Eichner at (727) 464-7518. 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: "Ability of Firm and its Professional and Construction Personnel, Willingness and Ability to Meet Schedule and Budget Based on Current and Projected Workload (42.5 Points); Firm Experience with Project..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pinellas County?
All active and historical solicitations from Pinellas County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Pinellas County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: SF-330 Part I and II, W-9 Request for Taxpayer ID Number and Certification, Contractor References, Signature Page of the RFQ, Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Status Form, E-Verify Affidavit, Certifica. Review the full document from Pinellas County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. Petersburg, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.