Blue Spring Bank Stabilization

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking competitive bids for the stabilization of eroding bank along Blue Springs Run and within the headspring area at Blue Springs State Park in Volusia County, Florida. This Invitation to Bid (ITB) pertains to the Blue Spring Bank Stabilization - Phase III project. The purpose of this procurement is to obtain vendor services to perform the necessary construction work in accordance with the detailed technical specifications and construction plans provided. The ITB includes a mandatory pre-bid conference on November 2, 2023, and the deadline for sealed bids is November 28, 2023. The Commission has an estimated budget of $550,000.00 for this project and anticipates awarding the contract on December 4, 2023 to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The Commission encourages diversity in its procurement program, particularly the participation of minority, women, and veteran-owned business enterprises. Bidders must be prequalified and meet certain licensing requirements, as well as be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) system and with Sunbiz prior to the bid opening. The awarded contractor will be required to provide performance and labor/material payment bonds, insurance coverage, and comply with provisions related to the construction schedule, use of small unmanned aircraft systems, guarantees, and operating instructions. The contract includes liquidated damages for failure to complete the project by the specified substantial and final completion dates.