Fence Supplies and Installation Services

The School Board of Marion County, Florida is requesting bids on fence supplies and installation services under ITB Bid #4190JL, with bids due August 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM. The procurement is divided into Section A (installation of new fencing and repairs to existing fencing at county-wide locations) and Section B (fencing supplies and parts delivery to the Maintenance Parts Department at the Technical Services compound in Ocala, Florida, with no installation required). Florida preference under Florida Statute 287.084 applies; all bidders must submit the "Bidder's Statement of Principal Place of Business" form or face rejection as non-responsive.

The School Board reserves the right to award by item, by section, or to multiple primary and secondary suppliers. Pricing must be quoted as firm net prices FOB destination with freight prepaid and included in the bid price. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond electronically with their proposal, with the original bond delivered separately prior to the bid deadline. A 100% performance bond from a Florida-registered surety company rated A or better is required post-award.

The contract term runs from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027, with renewal options for three additional one-year periods by mutual agreement. Required insurance includes workers' compensation at statutory limits, commercial general liability of $1 million per occurrence, business automobile liability of $1 million per occurrence, and product liability insurance of $1 million. Bidders must provide manufacturer authorization letters, completed W-9 forms, and comply with federal E-Verify, level 2 background screening, and debarment verification requirements. Questions are due August 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM. No pre-bid meeting is scheduled. The anticipated award date is September 22, 2026. Bids must be submitted electronically through www.myvendorlink.com.