CEI Services for the Bridge Repairs on CR78 Over Elephant Ear Canal and on Fort Denaud Road Over Maria's Slough

Hendry County, Florida is seeking Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services for two critical bridge repair projects on County Road 78 and Fort Denaud Road, specifically involving repairs over Elephant Ear Canal and Maria's Slough. The procurement opportunity requires professional engineering and inspection services to support infrastructure maintenance and rehabilitation efforts. The contract will involve comprehensive engineering oversight, quality control, documentation, and compliance monitoring during bridge repair activities. The solicitation was posted on August 6, 2025, with proposals due by September 10, 2025, indicating a roughly 35-day response window for interested engineering and construction management firms. Potential respondents must demonstrate significant experience in transportation infrastructure inspection, bridge repair project management, and adherence to Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standards and regulations.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, firms responding to this opportunity should be prepared to demonstrate qualifications in civil engineering, transportation infrastructure maintenance, and specialized bridge repair inspection services. The contract likely will prioritize vendors with proven track records in municipal and county-level infrastructure projects, potentially with preferences for local or small business participants. No specific incumbent vendors or existing technology integration requirements are mentioned in the current procurement notice. The budget range and potential contract value are not specified, which suggests potential variability based on the scope and complexity of the bridge repair projects. Interested firms should carefully review the full request for qualifications to understand the complete technical and administrative requirements for this Hendry County infrastructure maintenance contract.