Construction of a Proposed Multi-Use Recreation Center.pdf
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- Solicitation number
- RFI 26-104
- Issued by
- Jackson County, Clewiston City, Florida
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This is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the City of Clermont, Florida, to solicit market feedback regarding the construction of a proposed multi-use recreation center. The City is seeking qualified contractors, developers, or construction firms to provide information on the feasibility, potential approach, and market interest for constructing a facility with a minimum interior building area of approximately 15,000 square feet located on parcel number 13-23-25-0405-033-00001. The primary intended use is indoor pickleball with a minimum of 12 indoor pickleball courts, supplemented by additional multi-use recreation amenities such as padel courts, sand volleyball, flexible recreation space, and optional outdoor amenities. The facility must include or accommodate food and beverage operations, which may range from concessions to full-service restaurants or microbreweries. Responses must be submitted electronically to procurementservices@clermontfl.org by July 3, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. with the subject line "RFI 26-104 Response - Construction of a Proposed Multi-Use Recreation Center." This RFI remains open for ten business days from the June 18, 2026 release date.
The City of Clermont emphasizes that this RFI is for market research and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation, invitation to bid, or offer to contract. Submission of a response does not create any contractual relationship, guarantee selection for future participation, or obligate the City to proceed with construction. Respondents must be registered with the Florida Department of State and licensed to conduct business in Florida at the time of submittal. The City reserves the right to use information gathered through this RFI to develop project requirements, procurement documents, funding strategies, and site planning assumptions, or to cancel the RFI and take no further action. All respondents are responsible for their own costs in preparing and submitting responses. Electronic submission is required through the City's OpenGov e-Procurement Portal, and interested vendors are encouraged to register at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/clermontfl to receive future solicitation notifications.
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REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
RFI 26-104
CONSTRUCTION OF A PROPOSED MULTI-USE
RECREATION CENTER
City of Clermont
685 W. Montrose Street
Clermont, FL 34711
RELEASE DATE: June 18, 2026
DEADLINE FOR QUESTIONS: undefined
RESPONSE DEADLINE: July 3, 2026, 3:00 pm
RESPONSES MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY TO:
https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/clermontfl
City of Clermont
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
Construction of a Proposed Multi-Use Recreation Center
I. Introduction II. Scope of Services
III. Response Procedures
Attachments:
B - Vendor Information
E - OpenGov Vendor Registration
Request For Information #RFI 26-104 Title: Construction of a Proposed Multi-Use Recreation Center
1. Introduction
Thank you for your interest in doing business with the City of Clermont. Vendors interested in responding to this Request for Information (RFI) are encouraged to carefully review the entire solicitation package prior to preparing and submitting a response.
Hardcopy responses may be delivered to:
City of Clermont Procurement Services Department 685 West Montrose Street, 2nd Floor Clermont, FL 34711
All respondents must be registered with the Florida Department of State and licensed to conduct business in the State of Florida at the time of submittal.
1.1. Summary
The purpose of this Request for Information (“RFI”) is to determine whether qualified contractors, developers or construction firms are interested in providing construction services for a proposed multi-use recreation center. The proposed facility is anticipated to be primarily used for indoor pickleball, with additional recreation and food/beverage components.
1.2. Contact Information
Freddy Suarez Procurement Services Director 685 W. Montrose Street Clermont, FL 34711 Email: fsuarez@clermontfl.org Phone: (352) 241-7350
Department:
Procurement Services
1.3. Timeline
Solicitation Release Date June 18, 2026
Response Deadline July 3, 2026, 3:00pm mailto:fsuarez@clermontfl.org tel:(352)241-7350
2. Scope of Services
2.1. Purpose
The City of Clermont is issuing this Request for Information (“RFI”) to gather feedback from the construction and development community regarding the feasibility, potential approach, and level of market interest for constructing a proposed multi-use recreation center. Information received may assist the City in evaluating project considerations, identifying potential construction delivery options, and determining whether to proceed with a future formal solicitation.
This RFI is issued for informational and planning purposes only. It is not a solicitation, invitation to bid, request for proposals, or offer to contract. Responses may be used to help determine project feasibility, market interest, potential delivery approaches, and the development of any future procurement.
2.2. Proposed Location
The proposed project would be located on a portion of the following parcel:
Parcel Number: 13-23-25-0405-033-00001
The final project limits, site layout, and available acreage will be determined at a later date.
2.3. Project Overview
The proposed project consists of the development and construction of a multi-use recreation center with a minimum interior building area of approximately 15,000 square feet. The facility is intended to support public recreation, indoor sports, and complementary food and beverage uses.
The primary intended use of the facility is indoor pickleball. The facility may also include other compatible recreational amenities and commercial food/beverage operations.
2.4. Minimum Desired Facility Components
Interested respondents should consider the following minimum desired components:
A. Indoor Recreation Facility: The proposed facility should include a minimum of 15,000 square feet of interior space.
B. Indoor Pickleball Courts: The facility should include a minimum of 12 indoor pickleball courts.
C. Multi-Use Recreation Areas: The facility may include additional multi-use recreation amenities, which may include, but are not limited to:
o Padel courts o Sand volleyball o Other indoor or outdoor recreational uses compatible with the facility o Flexible recreation space for leagues, tournaments, training, or community programming
D. Food and Beverage Uses: The facility should include or allow for food and beverage uses, which may include, but are not limited to:
o Restaurant o Food court o Café or concession-style operation o Microbrewery with restaurant o Other complementary food/beverage concepts
E. Optional components may include:
o Trails o Outdoor recreation areas o Outdoor gathering areas o Landscape or open-space amenities o Other site improvements that enhance recreation, access, or community use
2.5. Information Requested
Interested contractors, developers, or construction firms are requested to provide a written response that includes the following information, to the extent available:
A. Company Information o Company name o Primary contact person o Mailing address o Phone number o Email address o Website o Type of firm or entity o Number of years in business
3. Response Procedures
3.1. Electronic Bidding System
The City of Clermont utilizes OpenGov (“Software Administrator”), an e-Procurement System
(“Portal”) that provides bid notification and solicitation management services to interested vendors and contractors. Through the Portal, vendors can register online to receive notifications of new solicitations, addenda, and award announcements. Registration and participation in solicitations are free of charge, and no fees will be assessed to awarded vendors.
Vendors with internet access are encouraged to review registration options and create an account at:
https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/clermontfl
The City of Clermont utilizes NIGP Commodity Codes within the Portal to notify registered vendors when new projects are posted that correspond to the commodity codes selected in their vendor profile. Vendors are encouraged to keep their profiles and NIGP codes up to date to ensure they receive relevant notifications.
3.2. Submission Instructions
Responses should be submitted by email to:
Freddy Suarez, Procurement Services Director procurementservices@clermontfl.org
Subject line:
RFI 26-104 Response – Construction of a Proposed Multi-Use Recreation Center
This RFI will remain open for ten (10) business days.
Important Notice
This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only. Submission of a response does not create any contractual relationship and does not guarantee that the respondent will be selected or invited to participate in any future procurement.
The City of Clermont is not responsible for any costs incurred by respondents in preparing or submitting a response.
The City of Clermont reserves the right to use information received through this RFI to develop project requirements, procurement documents, funding strategies, site planning assumptions, or other project-related materials.
The City of Clermont also reserves the right to cancel this RFI, issue a future solicitation, or take no further action.
| 1. Introduction |
| 1.1. Summary |
| 1.2. Contact Information |
| 1.3. Timeline |
| 2. Scope of Services |
| 2.1. Purpose |
| 2.2. Proposed Location |
| 2.3. Project Overview |
| 2.4. Minimum Desired Facility Components |
| 2.5. Information Requested |
| 3. Response Procedures |
| 3.1. Electronic Bidding System |
| 3.2. Submission Instructions |
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