Aviation Fuel Facility

The City of Leesburg, Florida is requesting bids on civil and utility infrastructure for a new aviation fuel facility under IFB 26-018-DN, with proposals due August 4, 2026. The scope excludes fuel tanks and fueling equipment, which will be procured separately; work is limited to site preparation and infrastructure improvements only.

The scope includes a new asphalt taxiway connection, concrete apron areas surrounding the fueling and aircraft wash areas, a new concrete block public restroom facility, stormwater infrastructure, and utility infrastructure to support future fuel tank and equipment installation. Bidders must review detailed architectural and engineering drawings, a geotechnical report characterizing subsurface conditions, topographic survey data, and a comprehensive project manual with technical specifications establishing quality standards and construction methodologies.

The fixed unit price agreement template specifies a contract term through September 30, 2023, with an option for the City to renew for up to three additional one-year terms by mutual agreement. Pricing is firm and fixed during the initial term; price adjustments for renewal periods are capped at 5 percent annually and require submission at least 60 days prior to renewal, with the City retaining the right to decline. Payment terms are Net 30 days under the Florida Prompt Payment Act.

The contractor must furnish all labor, materials, and equipment; maintain comprehensive general liability insurance at minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence, business automobile liability at $1,000,000 per occurrence, and workers' compensation insurance as required by law. The City may terminate for convenience with seven calendar days' written notice or for cause.

Bid submissions must include all required documentation as a single PDF with authorized signatures. Vendors must complete compliance forms including state certificate of good standing, federal employer identification number, public entity crime statements sworn before a notary, human trafficking affidavits, non-collusion certifications, and certifications regarding scrutinized companies under Florida Statute 287.135 covering Israel boycotts, Sudan activities, Iran petroleum sector, and Cuba or Syria business operations.