Demolition and Removal of Structure - Thomas at 1635 NW 24th Ave, Ocala, FL 34475

The City of Ocala is seeking qualified Florida-licensed General, Residential, Demolition, or Building Contractors to perform demolition work on a residential property located at 1635 NW 24th Ave, Ocala, FL 34475, under RFQ# CDS/220899. The procurement is for a comprehensive demolition and removal project requiring contractors to provide all necessary labor and equipment to complete the structural demolition. Key deliverables include complete removal of the existing residential structure and associated site preparation. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the project site address, which provides potential bidders an opportunity to inspect the property and gather additional information. The solicitation includes three critical attachments: Exhibit A (Scope of Work), Exhibit B (Price Proposal), and Exhibit C (Asbestos Survey Report). The proposal submission deadline is set for July 15, 2025, with the contract opportunity originally posted on July 1, 2025. Contractors must demonstrate appropriate licensing and capability to execute the full scope of demolition work safely and efficiently.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents, the opportunity appears open to qualified Florida-licensed contractors specializing in demolition services. The project involves Marion County and is situated in Ocala, suggesting a local government infrastructure initiative. The asbestos survey report included as Exhibit C indicates potential environmental considerations that bidders must carefully review and address during the demolition process. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, demolition projects of this nature typically require contractors to submit detailed price proposals based on the comprehensive scope of work. The procurement appears to be a straightforward, competitively bid project focused on removing an existing residential structure, with the City of Ocala seeking the most qualified and cost-effective contractor to complete the demolition efficiently and in compliance with local regulations.