Christmas Decorations

The City of Fort Myers is seeking a contractor to procure, install, and remove holiday decorations and lighting across multiple public locations throughout the city. The project involves comprehensive decoration of five distinct areas, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Hendry Street, Centennial Park, and Clemente Park, with specific requirements for 63 pole decorations, garland trims, LED-lit Christmas trees, and extensive palm tree lighting displays. Contractors must provide all necessary materials, including decorations, lights, fasteners, and power cords, ensuring commercial-grade, weather-resistant, and outdoor-rated equipment that complies with safety codes and does not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular traffic. The solicitation was released on September 18, 2025, with a question submission deadline of October 3, 2025, and a bid submission deadline of October 9, 2025. Potential bidders must demonstrate minimum qualifications, including being in business for at least three consecutive years, holding necessary Florida business licenses, and having no outstanding defaults with the city.

The contract includes provisions for potential Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation, with contractors required to comply with various legal and administrative requirements, including E-Verify system usage and public records laws. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the city reserves the right to award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with potential for multiple awards. The contract is set to be in effect for five years, with a proposed City Council approval date of October 20, 2025. Contractors must adhere to detailed federal and state regulations, including provisions from the FHWA-1273 form and 2 CFR Part 200 appendix, which outline specific contract requirements for federal-aid and federally-funded projects. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive scope of work suggests a significant investment in creating a festive and professional holiday atmosphere for residents and visitors of Fort Myers.