Camp Blanding Joint Training Center Power Distribution Upgrade

The State of Florida, Department of Military Affairs, for the Florida Army National Guard's Construction & Facility Management Office is requesting sealed bids for a primary voltage power distribution system upgrade at Camp Blanding Joint Training Center in Starke, Florida, with bids due August 26, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Mandatory site visits and pre-bid meetings are scheduled for July 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM and July 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM at the project location.

The scope includes replacement or improvement of existing primary power components operating at 13,200/22,860 volts, comprising a main base bid and seven alternate bid items, each with specified pole locations and detailed work descriptions. The work is designed to enhance safety, reliability, and long-term performance of the electrical distribution network.

The estimated construction cost is $1.8 million. Bids exceeding $100,000 require a 5% good faith deposit via bid bond; performance bonds and labor and material payment bonds are mandatory for construction contracts exceeding $100,000. Contractors must obtain and pay for all required building permits except for the State Fire Marshal permit, which the state will obtain and pay.

Contractors must be qualified, licensed general or electrical contractors and are subject to debarment and suspension regulations, public entity crime and discriminatory vendor list checks. Contractors must comply with drug-free workplace requirements and E-Verify employment verification, register with MyFloridaMarketPlace, and submit a Substitute Form W-9. Contractor insurance must be obtained and approved within 10 days of contract award. Minority Business Enterprises and Veteran-Owned companies are encouraged to participate. The final addendum will be published August 12, 2026. Questions are due July 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Contract award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, contingent upon availability of funding and legislative appropriation.