Rapid Infiltration Basins (RIBS) Rehabilitation: Three-Year Phasing
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD) is requesting bids on rehabilitation of Rapid Infiltration Basins (RIBs) across Osceola County under ITB-C007144, with bids due October 1, 2026. A three-year phasing plan spans fiscal years 2027 through 2029 with work sequenced across five cells in FY 2027 (Cells 66–70), five cells in FY 2028 (Cells 48–50, 52–53), and six cells in FY 2029 (Cells 57–60, 71–72). Bidders eligible under the Opportunity Zone Program (serving Orange, Osceola, Lake, Polk, or Seminole counties with main office in a designated Qualified Opportunity Zone) or the Buy Local or Veteran Small Business Program (operating in the five-county region for at least six months prior, or owner maintaining primary residence within jurisdictional boundaries; or veteran-owned and listed in the federal Database of Veteran-owned Businesses) may submit an Affidavit of Eligibility.
The scope includes removal of existing 45 mil Hypalon liners, installation of new 60 mil HDPE liners, earthwork, grading, excavation and backfilling of anchor trenches, batten bar installation where needed, concrete work, and berm and exterior slope restoration including sodding. Contractors must hold an active General Contractor or Underground Utility & Excavation License. The contractor must self-perform the majority of work with its own workforce unless the District approves subcontracting in writing; all subcontractors require District approval. Bidders must submit a minimum of three references for similar RIB rehabilitation or stormwater/infiltration system work completed within the past five years.
Work occurs at multiple basin locations on State Road 429 in Osceola County during normal business hours (7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday–Friday) or as approved by the Owner. Project milestones include shop drawings within 30 days of Notice to Proceed, demolition completion at NTP+30, substantial completion at NTP+60, and final completion at NTP+90. Contractors must maintain dedicated full-time project management and construction superintendent personnel, prepare a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and Turbidity Control Plan, obtain dewatering permits, manage erosion and sedimentation control, and coordinate utilities. All work must be warranted free from defects for one year from completion. Bid pricing must include temporary traffic control and severe weather preparedness costs. Contractors must submit affidavits certifying compliance with foreign countries of concern and human trafficking prohibitions, conflict-of-interest and public entity crime restrictions, and Florida Trench Safety Act requirements. Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000), Workers' Compensation, and Umbrella Liability ($1,000,000; $4,000,000 if crane operations included) are mandatory, all with AM Best A- or equivalent rating and CFTOD named as Additional Insured.
Florida 10/1/26, 2:00 PM 9/3/26, 12:00 AM Traffic Signal Improvements Program 2026
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the 2026 Signal Improvements Program, Bid #C006659, seeking an experienced contractor to perform comprehensive infrastructure maintenance services across Osceola County, Florida. The procurement involves multiple critical infrastructure elements, including traffic signal removal and replacement, lane closures, erosion and sedimentation control, drilled shaft installation, traffic control cabinet removal/replacement and activation, video detection system installation, pedestrian sidewalk and signal removal and replacement, signage, and pavement markings. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM, accessible via Microsoft Teams, with all interested bidders required to register through the PlanetBids electronic bidding platform to access project documents and submit proposals. The bid submission deadline is set for September 25, 2025, with all documentation and responses to be processed exclusively through the PlanetBids platform. Potential bidders must demonstrate technical expertise in infrastructure maintenance, traffic management, and signal system implementation, with a focus on comprehensive and efficient project execution.
The procurement approach emphasizes accessibility and fair competition, with specific bid preferences designated for local vendors, veteran small businesses, and opportunity zone businesses. There are no explicit cost restrictions mentioned, but vendors must create an account in the PlanetBids system, which is free and designed to ensure transparency in the bidding process. The vendor portal offers additional features including new vendor registration, contract management, and certified vendor status verification. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the comprehensive nature of the infrastructure improvements suggests a significant investment in traffic and transportation infrastructure. Vendors will need to demonstrate compliance with insurance requirements and provide comprehensive documentation of their capabilities in managing complex municipal infrastructure projects. The district's procurement strategy appears designed to maximize competition while providing opportunities for diverse and local business participation.
Florida 9/25/25, 2:00 PM 9/2/25, 4:33 PM Two (2) Cornell Model 4NNW-F16-7. 5-6 Horizonal Mounted Pumps
Toho Water Authority, a Florida-based public water utility located in Kissimmee within Osceola County, is procuring two Cornell Model 4NNW-F-16-7.5-6 horizontal mounted pumps with integrated motor assemblies to replace existing equipment at the Camelot Water Reclamation Facility. Each pump unit features cast iron construction with a ductile iron heat-treated impeller capable of delivering 570 gallons per minute at a discharge head of 22 feet when operating at 1170 RPM, driven by 7.5 horsepower, 1200 RPM, three-phase, 60-hertz, 460-volt motors with premium efficiency, corrosive duty construction, a 1.15 service factor, class F insulation, and totally enclosed fan-cooled enclosures. Prospective vendors must submit detailed quotations and supporting documentation demonstrating how their offerings meet or exceed all specified requirements through Toho Water Authority's e-procurement portal at https://tohowater.bonfirehub.com/portal by March 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Vendors seeking to propose equivalent goods and services must include written statements with sufficient supporting documentation substantiating equivalency claims. The Authority reserves the right to reject any proposal lacking adequate information to demonstrate equivalency, and all submittals must be received electronically through the designated portal to be considered for evaluation.
This procurement is being conducted as a sole source acquisition, with R.C. Beach identified as the preferred supplier for the specified Cornell pumps and motor assemblies. While the notice of intent to sole source has been issued, the procurement remains open to other vendors capable of providing equivalent equipment that meets or exceeds the technical specifications outlined. No specific budget range, award value, or set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are stated in the available procurement documents. The procurement timeline was posted on March 2, 2026, with a submission deadline of March 16, 2026, providing a two-week response period for interested vendors to prepare and submit their proposals and supporting documentation.
Florida 3/16/26, 6:00 PM 3/2/26, 5:00 AM RES-63-High/Max-MHOS-SAOS-32-High-BIF-DD-Central-C9
The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is seeking a comprehensive residential program for youth in Osceola County, specifically a 95-bed co-located facility located at 2330 New Beginnings Road in Kissimmee, Florida. The procurement (RFP #10907) calls for a specialized youth services program with 63 high and maximum-risk beds for males aged 14-21 requiring Mental Health Overlay Services (MHOS) or Substance Abuse Treatment Overlay Services (SAOS), and an additional 32 high-risk beds for males aged 14-19 needing Borderline Intellectual Functioning (BIF) or Developmental Disability (DD) Treatment Services. The program must provide comprehensive services including delinquency programming, evidence-based interventions, sex-specific services, academic services, career and technical education, health and nursing services, and transition planning. Mandatory proposal requirements include attending a site visit, submitting detailed past performance documentation, providing a budget, and meeting specific staffing standards. The proposal is due on February 1, 2026, with a 70-page technical proposal limit and specific formatting guidelines, and will be evaluated based on the respondent's capability to provide individualized, trauma-informed, and developmentally appropriate services for juvenile offenders.
The solicitation includes several set-aside and tie-breaking provisions that provide preferential treatment to certain business types, including Certified Minority Business Enterprises (CMBE), Service Disabled Veteran's Business Enterprises, and Florida-based businesses. Respondents can claim multiple tie-breaking designations, which will be used to resolve competitive bids with equal pricing and quality. The facility currently contains significant existing infrastructure, including six classrooms, thirty-six staff offices, 100 single-occupancy sleeping rooms, a functioning sprinkler system, generator, and 143-camera video surveillance system. While a specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the RFP indicates per diem rates will be reviewed and must be at or below maximum specified amounts, with staff salary minimums ranging from $50,000 for non-licensed mental health professionals to $85,000 for a Designated Mental Health Clinician Authority. The procurement allows flexibility in bed allocation based on the Department's treatment service needs and can be fulfilled in either a Department-owned building or a Respondent-owned/leased facility within Florida.
Florida 2/1/26, 4:00 PM 6/2/25, 4:10 PM Modeling of the Epcot Energy Plant Electrical System
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District is requesting Letters of Interest from qualified engineering firms to develop a comprehensive electrical system model of the EPCOT Energy Plant, with proposals due September 18, 2026 and questions due September 11, 2026.
The scope encompasses design, development, testing, and documentation of a detailed electrical system model representing the current, fully operational EEP. The model must capture four primary feeders with associated primary switchgear, three medium-voltage buses supplied via multiple primary-to-primary step-down transformers, and eight chiller units connected either directly at medium voltage or through primary-to-secondary step-down transformers. The consultant shall conduct a virtual project kickoff workshop with Reedy Creek Energy Services (RCES), perform attribute validation and engineering checks, validate model results against known operating conditions, and execute analyses including load flow, short circuit/fault analysis, motor starting, voltage drop, harmonics, and arc flash hazard assessment. Power quality is identified as a critical concern for both current and future operating conditions. Deliverables include complete electrical system model files, technical reports for each analysis, summary of findings and recommendations, documentation of assumptions and data sources, and updated one-line diagrams. A Quality Assurance Plan must be implemented requiring review of all deliverables by a qualified professional not responsible for original preparation.
Proposals will be evaluated on Qualifications of Proposed Team (20 points), Project Understanding and Technical Approach (25 points), Relevant Experience in Electrical System Modeling (25 points), Modeling Tools, Methods, and QA/QC (20 points), and Past Performance and References (10 points). Respondents must provide at least three project references completed within the last five years. Letters of interest must not exceed 20 pages excluding cover letters, resumes, and required forms and must be submitted electronically through the CFTOD BID PORTAL hosted by PlanetBids. The Selection Committee meets October 2, 2026, with interviews and presentations scheduled for October 27, 2026, and final selection announcement on October 30, 2026. Negotiation with the highest-ranked proposer is anticipated to begin November 13, 2026, with final approval expected in December 2026. All submission costs are the proposer's responsibility. Required submittals include Foreign Countries of Concern and Human Trafficking Affidavit, Conflict of Interest and Public Entity Crime Affidavit, and Subconsultant List. Professional Liability/Errors and Omissions insurance of $1,000,000 minimum is required.
Florida 9/18/26, 2:00 PM 7/17/26, 12:00 AM