Construction and maintenance of hydrologic improvements and roads

The Suwannee River Water Management District (the District) in Florida is seeking bids from firms to provide construction and maintenance services for the District's hydrologic improvements and roads. The services may include road patching, grading, culvert installation, low-water crossings installation, water control structure maintenance, parking area construction, excavation, hauling, demolition, road mowing, tree removal, and land clearing. The initial contract will be for three years through September 30, 2026, with the potential for two subsequent one-year renewals. Bids are due by July 6, 2023, and the anticipated contract start date is October 1, 2023. The District will award the contract to the qualified, responsive bidder with the lowest total bid costs, provided they meet the minimum qualifications. Bidders must demonstrate experience with similar forestry-related road and hydrological projects, have the required equipment, and employ trained personnel. The contract will include provisions for hourly equipment rates, supervisor and labor rates, and potential increases up to 5% annually.

The procurement is not restricted to any specific types of organizations, and there are no set-aside designations. The District has not provided information about any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The budget for this project has not been specified, but the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.