Fence Installation (Labelle)

The Housing Department of the Seminole Tribe of Florida is requesting bids for fence installation services at 7027–7029 Waldo Circle, Labelle, Florida under ITB-LD 110-2026, with bids due July 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET and a mandatory pre-bid conference on July 21 at 11:00 AM ET at the project site. The Tribe reserves a preference for qualified Seminole Tribal Member-owned and STOFI-owned businesses, offering up to four percent price preference not to exceed $200,000.

The scope includes supply and installation of pressure-treated pine posts with galvanized welded wire mesh fencing, one six-foot pedestrian swing gate with gate return, and one ten-foot wide by six-foot high manual vehicle gate. All posts must be concrete-encased two feet deep and six inches below existing grade. Work must commence within thirty calendar days of the Purchase Order or Notice to Proceed and be completed within ten calendar days.

Bidders must hold current state contractor licenses (General, Building, Residential, or Specialty Contractor certification) or county registration and demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience in similar services. An active funded service agreement with the Tribe's Housing Department is required. All bids must include a statement of qualifications, proof of licensing, and current insurance certificates. Commercial General Liability coverage must be maintained at $1,000,000 per occurrence with a $2,000,000 general aggregate, along with Automobile Liability and Workers' Compensation insurance. Electrical work requiring a licensed electrician must be subcontracted if the prime contractor lacks that licensing.

Contractors are expected to work Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM unless otherwise specified by the Tribe's Project Manager, and no work shall be performed on Tribal events, holidays, or advisory emergencies. Prices must remain fixed and firm for a minimum of 180 calendar days from the bid due date. Questions are due July 23 at 5:00 PM ET. Award notification is expected within sixty calendar days of the bid due date.