Operation and Management of the Building Department

The City of Pembroke Pines is soliciting a qualified firm to operate and manage its Building Department for an initial five‑year term (with one optional five‑year renewal). The contractor will staff all non‑city‑provided positions (Assistant Building Official, Trade Chiefs, Plan Reviewers, Inspectors, and support staff), deliver plan‑review and inspection services for structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits, maintain the city’s electronic permitting system (Tyler EnerGov), manage the 25‑year building safety inspection program, provide customer service, develop and maintain public‑facing website content, and respond to emergency calls within one hour. Performance metrics include strict review timelines (3‑10 business days depending on permit size) and staffing continuity requirements. • 5‑year contract (possible 10‑year total) to run the Building Department • Required staff: Assistant Building Official, Trade Chiefs (Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural), Plan Examiners, Field Inspectors, and administrative support (all dedicated, not shared) • Services: plan review, permit issuance, inspections, 25‑year safety inspections, customer service, website/FAQ management, emergency response, coordination with other city departments and county/state agencies • Use of City‑provided Permit System (Tyler EnerGov) for real‑time updates • Non‑mandatory pre‑bid meeting/site visit on Oct 6, 2026 • Questions due Oct 20, 2026; bid deadline Nov 10, 2026 • No bid bond or performance bond required; no federal funding involved