24-8285R_-_ATA.pdf

This is an Authorization to Advertise document for the State of Florida's solicitation 24-8285R for Contractors for Public Transit Construction Projects. The solicitation was authorized for advertisement on April 1, 2026, with a due date of July 1, 2026. The intent of this solicitation is to establish a pool of qualified contractors capable of providing general public transit-related construction and construction-related services. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, general construction activity related to the Public Transit and Neighborhood Enhancement Division, encompassing bus shelters, structures, enclosures, building improvements, ramps, roadways, walkways, parking areas, landscaping, utility and drainage work, illumination, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire suppression, carpentry, roofing, signage, and related work. The document was signed by multiple authorized personnel, including the Division Director for Procurement Services, between April 1 and June 1, 2026.

The solicitation indicated that a local vendor preference will be utilized and is not grant-funded at the time of authorization, though the actual contract funding sources are anticipated to be primarily Federal Transit Administration funds, Federal Transit Administration Emergency Relief funds, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funds, as well as State Department of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and local County dollars. Services associated with each funding source are to be clearly identified and delineated throughout the contract term. A cost estimate or opinion of cost was obtained prior to authorization, and budgetary resources were identified to fund any resulting award. The approach and scope of the solicitation were designed to support the management and operational needs of the Division while considering the needs of other potential using Divisions.