42366 - Security Residence Renovation (Pablo Creek Conservation Area)

The St. Johns River Water Management District is requesting bids for renovation and restoration of an existing dwelling unit at Pablo Creek Conservation Area, with submittals due August 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 4, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. at the southern end of Hodges Road (coordinates 30.250802107425873, -81.46643242964792). Bidders must hold a current, active Florida General Contractor license.

The scope encompasses comprehensive residential renovation of approximately 910 square feet, including demolition, interior and exterior repairs, new flooring (luxury vinyl tile), kitchen cabinets and appliances, bathroom fixture replacement, HVAC components, garage door installation, seamless gutter and downspout systems, drywall repairs, painting, and post-construction cleanup to prepare the residence for tenant occupancy. All work must be substantially completed and accepted no later than September 30, 2026, with work commencing within forty-five calendar days of the Notice to Proceed.

The estimated project budget is $60,000, which includes a Supplemental Work Allowance at the District's discretion for unforeseen conditions. Bids must reflect all-inclusive costs for labor, supervision, materials, equipment, permits, inspections, demolition, disposal, installation, repairs, site restoration, warranties, and cleanup.

Respondents must demonstrate a minimum of five years of relevant residential renovation experience and provide documentation of three similar projects completed within the last five years, each with a construction value of at least $40,000. Required submittals include proof of active Florida General Contractor license, Certificate of Insurability, E-Verify registration confirmation, proof of Florida business registration, completed qualification questionnaires, proposed subcontractor lists, and certifications regarding non-collusion, drug-free workplace compliance, and authority to conduct business. The District will award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder and retains the right to reject all bids or negotiate cost reductions. Questions are due August 7, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Addendum 1, posted July 31, 2026, confirmed the pre-bid meeting time at 12:00 p.m.