For purchase of road base material - fwma

The St. Johns River Water Management District is soliciting bids for the purchase of approximately 13,000 tons of road base material to refurbish the Fellsmere Water Management flood protection levee, which spans approximately 12.5 miles. The procurement is structured as an Invitation for Bid (IFB 41757 IFB26), with specific technical requirements for the road base material including a maximum moisture content of 15 percent, a minimum Limerock Bearing Ratio (LBR) of 100, and adherence to specific gradation specifications. Respondents must demonstrate a minimum of three years of relevant experience providing similar materials and submit two project references with a minimum project value of $50,000 completed within the past three years. The bid submission deadline is February 2, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., with the final day for questions being January 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible supplier, calculated based on unit cost per ton multiplied by 13,000 tons, plus the District's delivery cost of $6.00 per mile multiplied by the one-way distance between the quarry and delivery point, multiplied by 650 estimated trips.

The District will require respondents to provide proof of Florida business registration, E-Verify enrollment, current applicable licenses or certifications, and complete a General Qualifications Questionnaire. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, respondents must submit non-collusion affidavits and demonstrate drug-free workplace compliance. The District will provide all trucking services for the project, with material hauling expected to commence around March 1, 2026, and complete by June 1, 2026. The total project value is not explicitly stated, but can be estimated based on the 13,000 tons of road base material required. The procurement will result in a purchase order that will serve as the binding agreement between the District and the successful respondent, and the District is exempt from Florida sales tax. No incumbent vendors are identified, and the procurement appears to be a standalone project for levee refurbishment in the Fellsmere Water Management Area.