Opportunity
City of Sebastian MyVendorLink #2026-07
Storm Response Aerial Services for Power Restoration (2026-2027) – Central Florida Electric Cooperative
Posted
January 30, 2026
Respond By
February 27, 2026
Identifier
2026-07
NAICS
488190, 541690, 561621
Central Florida Electric Cooperative, Inc. (CFEC) is seeking qualified contractors for storm response aerial services to support power restoration in north central Florida for 2026-2027. - Government Buyer: - Central Florida Electric Cooperative, Inc. (CFEC), a rural electric distribution cooperative - Scope of Work: - Provision of equipment and qualified personnel for post-storm power restoration - Aerial circuit evaluation and damage assessment using airplanes, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs/UAS) - Contractors must supply all labor (pilots, assessors/inspectors), equipment (airplane, helicopter, UAV/UAS, truck, ATV/UTV), materials, supplies, maintenance, repairs, fuels, transportation, and housing if required - Products and Services Requested: - Aircraft: Airplane, Helicopter, UAV/UAS - Vehicles: Truck, ATV/UTV - Services: Pilot, Assessor/Inspector, Storm Response Services (including operators, laborers, supervisors) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Awarded vendors: DebrisTech LLC, OneSource Restoration LLC, Osmose Utilities Services Inc., Tempest Energy LLC, Utility Power LLC - Planholders: Aero Velocity Inc., GPI Geospatial, Inc., WingXpand, Inc. - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Proof of insurance meeting specified minimums; CFEC must be named as additional insured - Drug-free workplace compliance - Submission of resumes, three letters of reference, and a rate sheet - Services are provided on an as-needed basis during storm events - Place of Performance: - Alachua, Dixie, Gilchrist, and Levy Counties, Florida - Contracting office located at 11491 NW 50th Ave, Chiefland, FL 32626
Description
Central Florida Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking proposals for storm response services for 2026-2027. The contract involves providing equipment and qualified personnel to restore power after storms such as hurricanes, storm surges, and tornadoes. Services include aerial circuit evaluation and damage assessment using airplanes, helicopters, and UAVs. The cooperative serves a rural area in north central Florida and requires contractors to submit proposals by February 27, 2026.