Fence Installation (Naples)

The Housing Department of the Seminole Tribe of Florida is requesting bids on fence installation services at 3517 50th Ave. NE, Naples, Florida under ITB-LD 130-2026, with bids due August 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM and a mandatory pre-bid conference on August 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM at the project site. A Seminole Tribal Member and STOFI-owned business preference applies, allowing qualified tribal-owned entities to bid up to 4% higher than the lowest non-tribal bid (not to exceed $200,000) for construction projects.

Bidders must hold an existing active funded service agreement with the Tribe's Housing Department and current relevant licensing as a certified general contractor, building contractor, residential contractor, or specialty fence contractor. Minimum two years of experience performing similar services is required. Contractors must maintain commercial general liability and automobile liability insurance of $1 million each and workers' compensation coverage. Prime contractors are required; subcontracting requires written authorization in advance.

The scope comprises supply and installation of six-foot-high front fencing constructed from gabion welded fencing filled with black basalt crushed rock, plus one manual vehicle gate six feet high with track and wheels. Contractors are responsible for accurate field measurements, concrete-encased posts (two feet deep, six inches below existing grade), utility locate scheduling, all associated hardware installation per industry standards, and daily jobsite cleanup. Work must commence within thirty calendar days of the purchase order and be completed within twenty calendar days. Contractors must obtain all necessary permits and comply with Florida Building Code, OSHA regulations, and local municipal requirements.

Questions are due August 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Bid prices must remain fixed and firm for 180 calendar days from the bid due date. Award notification is expected within sixty calendar days of the bid due date. Selected contractors will undergo vendor registration and background review under Indian Gaming Regulatory Act compliance before contract execution.