Downtown Wayfinding System

The City of St. Cloud, Florida, located in Polk County, is seeking a qualified contractor to design, fabricate, and install a comprehensive downtown wayfinding signage system through Invitation to Bid #2025-235. The project involves creating seven distinct sign types, including city gateway, vehicular, parking directional, pedestrian kiosks, and directional signs, with specific quantities for each type. Contractors must fabricate signs using aluminum construction with specific material specifications, including ASTM B 209 and B 221 standards, and apply vinyl graphic films and Matthews automotive-grade paint with UV and anti-graffiti protective coatings. Required qualifications include a minimum of five years of experience in architectural sign production, compliance with ANSI 117.1, MUTCD, and ADA accessibility guidelines, and ability to produce consistent signage across all materials. The non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for January 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., with a written question deadline of January 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Bid submissions are due electronically by January 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., with a virtual bid opening via Zoom on the same date and time.

The procurement opportunity requires bidders to submit a 5% bid bond, provide proof of Maintenance of Traffic certification, current insurance, and demonstrate five consecutive years in business with specific sign fabrication experience. Contractors must submit three project references with similar scope and comply with federal requirements, including 2 CFR Part 200, Davis-Bacon Act provisions, E-Verify employment eligibility verification, and various certifications regarding debarment, lobbying, and non-discrimination. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the bid documents suggest a competitive and comprehensive evaluation process. The estimated project cost is $100,000.00, funded from the City's General Fund, with the contract term extending upon substantial work completion. The project includes a five-year warranty on materials and a one-year warranty on installation workmanship. Bidders must provide firm pricing inclusive of fabrication, delivery, installation, permitting, traffic control, and warranty, with no additional charges permitted. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and negotiate modifications as needed.