Boca Ciega Stormwater Outfall Improvements

The City of St. Pete Beach has issued a Request for Bid (RFB) for the Boca Ciega Stormwater Outfall Improvements Project, located in Pinellas County, Florida. This procurement seeks a contractor to complete comprehensive stormwater infrastructure improvements in the Belle Vista neighborhood, involving critical infrastructure upgrades such as demolition of existing pipes and manholes, excavation work, and installation of 18-inch and 15-inch HDPE pipes. Key project deliverables include removing 42 linear feet of existing pipe, demolishing one manhole, conducting 4 cubic yards of excavation, placing 4 cubic yards of crushed shell infill, and installing 2 linear feet of 18-inch HDPE and 24 linear feet of 15-inch HDPE pipe. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with bid questions due by January 21, 2026, and final bid submissions required electronically through Bonfire by January 28, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST. Bidders must demonstrate extensive experience in stormwater outfall improvements and submit pricing organized by general conditions, paving and base categories, with a mandatory 10 percent contingency line item. Contractors are required to conduct their own quantity take-offs and submit unit prices and lump sum proposals, understanding that variations from estimated quantities will not entitle them to price adjustments or additional compensation.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the RFB, the procurement requires bidders to utilize the template agreement provided and submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating their capabilities. The City reserves the right to respond to questions through addenda and to accept or decline bids. Bidders must acknowledge that they have examined the project site and all contract documents, indicating a requirement for thorough site understanding and preparation. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the detailed quantity estimates and requirement for unit pricing suggest a substantial infrastructure investment. The successful contractor will be expected to perform all work in full accordance with the provided plans, specifications, and contract documents, indicating a comprehensive and technically rigorous procurement process that demands high-quality stormwater infrastructure improvements.