FWC 25.26-105C Addendum 1 Q&A Final.pdf

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DATE: JULY 14, 2026

ADDENDUM NO.: 1

BID NO.: FWC 25/26-105C

BID TITLE: WATERMELON POND WEA POLE BARN

UPDATE: QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

The enclosed addendum has been issued for consideration in the preparation of your response to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Solicitation No. FWC 25/26-105C, “Watermelon Pond WEA Pole Barn”.

All responses to the subject solicitation must be received no later than 4:00 PM (ET) on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

A response received after the exact time specified will not be considered. Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes (F.S.), or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes.

Written notices, formal requests and proceedings must conform with the requirements set forth in Chapter 28-110, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.). Protests must be filed with the Purchasing Office, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 1875 Orange Avenue East, Tallahassee, Florida 32311-6160 within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3), F.S. and Chapter 28-110, F.A.C.

Sincerely, Elbert Orellana FWC Procurement Manager

FWC SOLICITATION ADDENDUM 2

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QUESTION #1

Can you provide the specs for the pad that the previous contractor used?

ANSWER #1

The bidders for the site prep were given the same specs, which include the compaction, and the awarded contractor used a mechanical tamper and dozer. The job was completed on May 28, 2026. However, the compaction is testable in the field, and bidders should rely on their own information for the final total compaction percentage since they are the ones responsible for pouring the concrete and testing the current compaction.

QUESTION #2

Any County Permits required?

ANSWER #2

Contractors are required to obtain all necessary permits, or proof that none are necessary, to complete work per the supplementary terms and conditions point 7 on the terms and conditions document.

QUESTION #3

Can FWC mark all electrical and water lines that may be in the area of the pole barn install?

ANSWER #3

Prior to state purchase, the property was a functional ranch, and as I told them in our meeting, to our knowledge, there are no electrical or water lines within the intended footprint. There is electricity running to the existing pole barn, outside the footprint, where contractors should not be breaking ground. If they want a more concrete answer, they can call 811 prior to digging (free service that can provide this information to contractors). We can mark the singular electrical connection near the site.

QUESTION #4

Could the contractor stay on premises during work in progress?

ANSWER #4

During operations, Contractors must abide by the bid package concerning designated foremen. As far as overnight stays, camping is not allowed on Watermelon Pond, per Section 5.6.9 the 10-Year Management Plan.

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QUESTION #5

Project estimation?

ANSWER #5

The estimated project value is $100,000.

QUESTION #6

Will you need a signed engineered set of plans for the pole barn?

ANSWER #6

This is in the bid package that the signed, sealed plans must be delivered.

QUESTION #7

Hunting Season Dates and Holiday Dates that work will be ceased?

ANSWER #7

Hunting: Oct 17-25, Mar 12-15, Apr 2-4 Holidays: Sept 7, Nov 11, Nov 26-27, Dec 25. We have not received our approved dates for 2027, but New Years Day, MLK, Memorial Day are generally granted.

QUESTION #8

Seeing in the SOW paragraph 3.5 saying to not paint prefinished items, the components of this project (trusses and metal panels) will be pre-finished at the manufacturer. Note#5 on the plans is asking for us to provide one gallon of each color used. Please clarify since we will not be painting anything on site.

ANSWER #8

Paints should only be provided if something is painted. If the Contractor’s selected package is already pre-finished, then no paint will need to be provided.

QUESTION #9

There was about 4 maybe 5 bidders that were late. The meeting was delayed to 11:06 to give these people time to sign in. There was one bidder that even signed in after the conclusion on the meeting. Will these people be allowed to bid?

ANSWER #9

Due to agency delays, vendors who arrived at or before 11:06 will be marked as responsive. Any vendors who have arrived after 11:06 will be considered non-responsive.

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QUESTION #10

The address given to turn in bids, is overnight delivery available at this location?

ANSWER #10

Bids must be submitted to 1875 E Orange Avenue Tallahassee, FL 32311. Detailed instructions can be found on the Invitation to Bid Document. Overnight delivery may be possible depending on the carrier used.

QUESTION #11

At the pre-bid, staff said that the bays needed to be 12FT in the clear, this will extend the building by 2FT, The plans show the openings On Center. Please clarify.

ANSWER #11

Pole barn should be constructed so that a 12’ inside to inside measurement between bay posts. If overall length needs to adjust slightly over 60’ that is acceptable.

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