Submitted By: Christina Guy
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Presentation By: Gary Crews
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Department: Facilities Management
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Approve award of a two-year contract to Chinese Connection Painting, Inc., Lamphier Company, and Overall Contractors Group, Inc. for the provision of citywide painting services with an estimated aggregate expenditure of $250,000
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Quality of Place
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
Bid Released to the Public: April 3, 2025
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BACKGROUND:
The City of Ocala Facilities Management Department performs routine painting services to preserve the structural integrity and aesthetic appeal of City-owned buildings.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
On April 3, 2025, the City released Invitation to Bid (ITB) No.: FAC/250552 for Citywide Painting Services. Thirteen (13) competitive bids were submitted and the bids from Chinese Connection Painting, Inc., Lamphier Company, and Overall Contractors Group, Inc. were determined to be the lowest responsive and responsible bids.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding in the amount of $125,000 is budgeted for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2024-25 in account 001-026-601-519-51-46010 - Facilities Repair and Maintenance. An estimated expenditure of $125,000 will be included in the budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
These services were procured in compliance with the City’s Procurement Policy.
LEGAL REVIEW:
The Agreements will be reviewed and approved for form and legality by City Attorney, William E. Sexton.
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
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• Deny