Addendum 1 BDC18-25/26 Manatee Springs - Connect to the Municipalities

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), Bureau of Design and Construction, is issuing Addendum No. 1 to a competitively bid construction project for the Manatee Springs State Park - Connect to the Municipalities initiative (DEP BID NO. BDC18-25/26) on behalf of Leon County. This procurement involves construction services related to wastewater and septic system infrastructure improvements at Manatee Springs State Park, with specific work including demolition, grading, drain field installation, and sediment control measures. The project includes modifications to the Assistant Park Manager's Residence, encompassing tree removal, sediment control fence installation, drain field sizing adjustments, and grading revisions across multiple plan sheets (C110, C111, C112, and C113). Key deliverables require bidders to acknowledge receipt of the addendum with a signed document included in their bid submission, utilize updated permits obtained from Levy County that accurately reflect designed system sizing, and incorporate revised plans that supersede original bid documents. All bidders must submit signed acknowledgment of this addendum to Logan Lee-Marple, Contracts Specialist, Bureau of Design and Construction, 3800 Commonwealth Boulevard, MS #520, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000, with failure to do so potentially resulting in bid rejection. The bid due date is March 3, 2026, with the posting date of February 4, 2026, and inquiries should be directed to Logan.LeeMarple@FloridaDEP.gov.

The contract opportunity documents provided do not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) requirements, restrictions on respondent types, incumbent vendors, or award values and budget ranges. All updated permits and revised plans are available in the public files directory at the FDEP website, and bidders must review these documents as they supersede and supplement the corresponding items in the original specifications and drawings. The addendum resolves previous discrepancies between permitted drain field sizes and aerobic unit flow rates, with the consultant coordinating with Levy County to ensure permits now accurately reflect the designed system sizing. Integration with existing park infrastructure and operations will be required, though specific technical requirements or compatibility standards are not detailed in the addendum summary. Prospective bidders should consult the complete revised bid package and contact the Bureau of Design and Construction for comprehensive project specifications, technical requirements, and any additional clarifications needed prior to submission.