RFP 26-0313200 Force Main Flow Metering Network Installation, Integration & Maintenance

Location:	Florida
Posted:	Feb 12, 2026
Due:	Mar 13, 2026
Agency:	Opa-locka city
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	Z - Maintenance, Repair or Alteration of Real Property
Solicitation No:	RFP 26-0313200
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CITY OF OPA-LOCKA

RFP: 26-0313200

Request for Proposals (RFP)

Force Main Flow Metering Network Installation,

Integration & Maintenance

Table of Contents

I. Proposal Guidelines

a. Advertisement

b. Proposal Submission

c. Calendar Events/Important Dates

d. Cone of Silence

II. Nature of Services Required

a. Purpose

b. Scope of Work

c. Contents of Proposal

III. General Requirements

a. Rules for Proposal

b. Submission Guidelines

c. References

IV. Evaluation and Selection Process

a. Review of Proposals

b. Evaluation Criteria

V. Attachments

a. Proposer Qualifications

b. Cost Proposal Form

c. Certification Regarding Debarment

d. Drug Free Workplace

e. Non-Collusion Affidavit

f. Non-Discrimination Affidavit

g. E-Verify Form

h. Anti-Kick Back Affidavit

i. Client Reference Form

RFP 26-0313200

The City of Opa-locka, Florida, invites qualified and experienced contractors to submit sealed proposals for the

complete deployment of a force main flow metering network across its wastewater collection system.

Proposals may be submitted via one of two methods:

1. Electronic Submission via DemandStar: Proposals may be submitted through

www.demandstar.com (e-bid) by 2:00 p.m. ET on the designated due date. The City strongly

prefers and encourages electronic submissions.

2. Submission via Postal Mail: Sealed proposals may be submitted via mail to the address below by

2:00 p.m. ET on the due date. Any Request for Proposals. (RFP) package that arrives after the

specified closing time will be returned unopened.

Instructions for Postal Mail Submission:

Please submit one (1) original proposal, six (6) copies, and one copy of the proposal package on a USB

flash drive in PDF format. All materials should be enclosed in sealed envelopes or packages. The

envelopes or packages must be addressed to the City Clerk's Office, City of Opa-locka, Florida, and

marked as follows: RFP 26-0313200 Force Main Flow Metering Network Installation, Integration &

Maintenance.

Mailing Address:

City of Opa-locka

Office of the City Clerk

780 Fisherman Street, 4th Floor

Opa-locka, Florida 33054

Proposers desiring information for use in preparing proposals may obtain a set of such documents by

visiting the City’s website at www.opalockafl.gov or www.demandstar.com. The City reserves the right

to accept or reject any and all proposals and to waive any technicalities or irregularities therein. The

City reserves the right to award the contract to that Proposer(s) whose proposal best complies with the

RFP NO: 26-0313200 requirements.

A Site Visit Walkthrough is scheduled on Tuesday, February 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM (noon) at 780

Fisherman Street, 4th floor, Opa-locka, FL 33054. For more information, please email Jay Bergel at

jbergel@opalockafl.gov

Joanna Flores

City Clerk

PART I

PROPOSAL GUIDELINES

1-1. Introduction: The City of Opa-locka is seeking proposals from experienced and qualified firms

or individuals for professional Force Main Flow Metering Network Installation, Integration &

Maintenance.

1-2. Proposal Submission and Withdrawal: The City of Opa-locka will be accepting proposals by

mail; however, it is your responsibility to submit your proposal by the due date. In addition,

proposals may be submitted via www.demandstar.com (e-bid). The City must receive all the

proposals by 2:00 pm (ET) on 03/13/26. The address to submit sealed proposals is listed below:

CITY OF OPA-LOCKA

Office of the City Clerk

780 Fisherman Street, 4th Floor

Opa-locka, Florida 33054

To facilitate processing, please clearly mark the outside of the proposal package as follows: RFP NO.

26-0313200 – Force Main Flow Metering Network Installation, Integration & Maintenance.

This package shall also include the Proposer’s return address.

Proposers may withdraw their proposals by notifying the City in writing at any time prior to the

deadline for proposal submittal. After the deadline, the proposal will constitute an irrevocable offer,

for a period of 30 days. Once opened, proposals become a record of the City and will not be returned

to the Proposer.

The City cautions Proposers to ensure actual delivery of mailed or hand-delivered proposals directly

to the City Clerk’s Office at 780 Fisherman Street, 4th Floor, Opa-locka, Florida 33054 prior to the

deadline set for receiving proposals. Telephone confirmation of timely receipt of the proposal may

be made by calling (305) 688-4611, Option 1, before the proposal closing time. Any proposal

received after the established deadline will not be considered and will be returned unopened to the

Proposer(s).

1-3. Number of Copies: Proposers shall submit an original and six (6) copies (a total of 7) plus one

copy on USB Flash Drive in PDF format of the proposal in a sealed, opaque package marked as noted

above. The Proposer will be responsible for timely delivery, whether by personal delivery, US Mail,

or any other mode of delivery.

1-4. Development Costs: Neither the City nor its representatives shall be liable for any expenses

incurred in connection with the preparation of a response to this Request for Proposals. Proposers

should prepare their proposals simply and economically, providing a straightforward and concise

description of the Proposer’s ability to meet the requirements of the RFP.

1-5. Inquiries: The City Clerk and or the Procurement Officer will receive written requests for

clarification concerning the meaning or interpretations of the RFP. City personnel are authorized

only to direct the attention of prospective Proposers to various portions of the RFP so that they may

read and interpret such for themselves. No employee other than the City’s Purchasing Officer is

authorized to interpret any portion of this RFP or give information as to the requirements of the

RFP in addition to what is contained in the written RFP document.

1-6. Addenda: The City may record its response to inquiries and any supplemental instructions in

the form of written addenda. The City may post addenda on the City’s website up to five (5) calendar

days before the date fixed for receiving the proposals. Proposers shall contact the City to ascertain

whether any addenda have been issued. Failure to do so could result in an unresponsive proposal.

Any oral explanation given before the RFP opening will not be binding.

All Proposers are expected to carefully examine the proposal documents. Any ambiguities or

inconsistencies should be brought to the attention of the City’s Purchasing Officer through written

communication prior to the opening of the proposals.

1-7. Contract Awards: The City anticipates entering into an Agreement with the Proposer who

submits the proposal judged by the City to be most advantageous.

The Proposer understands that this RFP does not constitute an offer or an Agreement with the

Proposer. An offer or Agreement shall not be deemed to exist and is not binding until proposals are

reviewed and evaluated by appointed staff, the best proposal has been identified, approved by the

appropriate level of authority within the City and executed by all parties. The City reserves the right

to reject all proposals, to abandon the project and/or to solicit and re-advertise for other proposals.

1-8. Contractual Agreement: This RFP and Proposer proposal shall be included and incorporated in

the final award. The order of contractual precedence will be the Contract or Agreement document,

original Terms and Conditions, and Proposer response. All legal action necessary to enforce the

award will be held in Miami-Dade County and the contractual obligations will be interpreted

according to the laws of Florida. Any additional contract or agreement requested for consideration

by the Proposer must be attached and enclosed as part of the proposal.

1-9. Selection Process: The proposals will be evaluated and assigned points. The Proposer with the

highest number of points will be ranked first; however, nothing herein will prevent the City from

assigning work to any firm deemed responsive and responsible.

1-10. Public Records: Upon award recommendation or ten (10) days after opening, whichever

occurs first, proposals become “public records” and shall be subject to public disclosure consistent

with Chapter 119 Florida Statutes. Proposers must invoke the exemptions to disclosure provided

by law in response to the RFP and must identify the data or other materials to be protected and

must state the reasons why such exclusion from public disclosure is necessary. Document files may

be examined during normal working hours.

1-11. News Releases: The Proposer shall obtain the prior approval of the City Manager’s Office for

all news releases or other publicity pertaining to this RFP or the service, study, or project to which

it relates.

1-12. Insurance: The awarded Proposer(s) shall maintain insurance coverage. In the event the

Proposer is a governmental entity or self-insured organization, different insurance requirements

may apply. Misrepresentation of any material fact, whether intentional or not, regarding the

Proposer’s insurance coverage, policies or capabilities may be grounds for rejection of the proposal

This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Bid Number:	RFP 26-0313200
Bid Title:	RFP 26-0313200 Force Main Flow Metering Network Installation, Integration & Maintenance
Category:	RFPs & Quotes
Status:	Open

RFP 26-0313200 Force Main Flow Metering Network Installation, Integration & Maintenance

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