Specifications include, but are not limited to: It is the intent of this invitation to bid to develop price contracts with one or more Successful Respondents for Refrigeration and Cooking Equipment and related services. The price contracts awarded from this solicitation are to fill the University’s needs on smaller projects. If deemed in the best interest of the university, the university will seek out lump sum quotes for larger projects from all successful bidders (see Section 6). The hourly rates provided must be all inclusive and reflect the cost of tools, trucks and mileage; materials will be listed on quotes and invoices as a separate line item. The hourly rate provided must be a NTE (not to exceed) amount. Upon award of contract, invoices will itemize hourly rates. For hourly rate services, invoicing for items not approved and identified in this bid, will not be permitted. The hourly rate bid will be fixed for one-year from the time of award of contract. It is the intent of this invitation to bid to develop price contracts with one or more Successful Respondents. In addition, the University is interested in receiving annual planned maintenance pricing for the following equipment: a. Refrigeration b. Ice Machines c. Exhaust and other fans d. Commercial Cooking Equipment e. All other hot and cold equipment in the University Campus Dining Facility Reminder: For larger projects, the University will solicit quotes from Contractors awarded under this contract. or competitively bid certain projects when it is in the best interest of the University. 2. TRADE WORK TO BE PERFORMED 2.01 Non-planned /Repair services: • Contractors must be licensed and insured as a specialty contractor. • Capable of performing all commercial work in accordance with regulatory agencies (Florida Building Code, etc.). • Equipped to perform services as determined by specific project requirements. • Capable of responding within 24 hours to emergency requests. 3. PERFORMANCE OF WORK The Successful Respondent(s) shall be able to commence work upon the effective date of the contract and after authorization by the University. The work shall be continued until the project is completed and/or the University elects to stop work. • The vendor must clearly define a manager of services to oversee the work and be the main point of contact for the University. • All Vendor staff must be in uniform and equipped with the proper OSHA-approved Personal Protective Equipment. • No shirtless or torn attire will be permitted. • Vendor vehicles must be clearly marked and parked where the University permits. No personal work vehicles will be permitted. • No smoking, loitering, fishing, or eating in or around buildings is permitted. • Discourteous acts towards any person will not be permitted. • The University must approve the scheduling of applications. • All vendors must check in with the point of contact for the University
