Continuing Geotechnical and Materials Testing Services

The City of Orlando, Florida, has awarded a contract to Geotechnical and Environmental Consultants, Inc. for continuing geotechnical and materials testing services. The contract has a term of two years, commencing on November 1, 2024, and ending on October 31, 2026. The scope of work includes geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and inspection services. The contract also includes provisions for payment, termination, and indemnification. Some key points include: • The City may issue informal written authorization to the vendor for projects with an anticipated scope of services not exceeding $200,000 and a reasonably estimated time to complete of 12 months. • The vendor shall perform services in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner, in accordance with generally accepted standards of their profession. • The City shall pay the vendor within 30 calendar days of receipt of invoices, unless the City notifies the vendor of an objection to the payment amount. • The vendor shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, its employees, and officers from liabilities, damages, losses, and costs caused by the vendor's negligence, recklessness, or intentionally wrongful conduct. • The contract includes provisions for insurance, including workers' compensation, employer's liability, comprehensive general liability, and professional liability/errors and omissions insurance. The contract value is estimated to be around $1,000,000.