RFQ_24_25-01_Marina_Isle_Seawall_Reconstruction_Legal_Ad.pdf

This is a legal advertisement published in the Orlando Sentinel for a Request for Qualifications (RFQ 24/25-01) issued by the City of Sanford, Florida, soliciting competitive sealed proposals for the Marina Isle Seawall Reconstruction project. The City is inviting qualified firms to submit proposals for a full-service architectural and engineering firm to design, engineer, and permit repairs to the Downtown Sanford Marina. The project involves reconstructing approximately 2,024 feet of seawall around Marina Isle, raising the elevation by two feet to improve flood protection. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM at City Hall, and attendance is strongly encouraged. Sealed responses are due no later than 2:00 PM on Thursday, June 26, 2025, to the Purchasing Division.

The project is part of Sanford's ongoing efforts to enhance flood protection, particularly in response to Hurricane Ian's damages. The selected firm will be responsible for comprehensive design services, including program completion, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, construction administration, and warranty period administration. The Marina Isle project is located at the north end of N. Palmetto Avenue on the shores of Lake Monroe, with the Downtown Sanford Marina situated at 531 N. Palmetto Avenue. The solicitation document is available for download from VendorLink's website, and potential bidders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the City of Sanford's Marina Isle Seawall Reconstruction requirements.