26-8643_-_Authorization_to_Advertise_FE.pdf

This is an Authorization to Advertise form issued by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division for the Solid & Hazardous Waste Management Division in Florida. The document authorizes the advertisement of Solicitation No. 26-8643 for Turnaround Construction Services. The invitation to bid (ITB) seeks qualified bidders to submit proposals in accordance with stated specifications and scope of work requirements. The solicitation was released for advertisement on February 24, 2026, with a bid due date and time of March 31, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST. The authorization form was signed and approved on February 25, 2026, by Sandra Srnka, Procurement Director of the Procurement Services Division.

The County has historically spent approximately $1,650,000.00 annually on these services, though this amount may not be indicative of future buying patterns. Local vendor preference is not being utilized for this solicitation, and the contract is not grant funded. The document confirms that a cost estimate was obtained, budgetary resources have been identified to cover any resulting award, and the procurement approach supports the operational needs of the requesting division. All required signatures from the Design Professional, Project Manager, Division Director, Procurement Strategist, and Grants Office were obtained prior to authorization, confirming compliance with federal and state funding requirements where applicable.