Fort Myers Materials Lab Expansion

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District 1 is seeking bids for the Fort Myers Materials Lab Expansion project located at 4051 Florida DOT Way in Lee County, Florida. The procurement involves constructing a 2,080 sq. ft. pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) with a comprehensive scope including site preparation, design, permitting, and construction. Base bid requirements include clearing, grading, and constructing parking areas and a loading zone, with optional bid items for interior build-out such as partitions, electrical systems, plumbing, and floor finishes. Bidders must be licensed in Florida and provide a minimum 1-year warranty on labor and materials. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. at the project site, with sealed bids due electronically by Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 9:00 A.M. Evaluation criteria will likely include the Experience Questionnaire and Financial Statement, which assess the contractor's business history, financial status, personnel qualifications, and previous project performances.

The contract includes provisions encouraging minority business enterprise (MBE) utilization, with opportunities for certified and non-certified minority businesses. Bidders must submit a current Florida state license and, for bids exceeding $100,000, provide a 5% bid guaranty and performance/payment bonds. Prequalification is required, and contractors must be prepared to perform at least 15% of project work with their own employees. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the contract indicates a Fixed Capital Outlay project with contract levels ranging from Level 1 ($35,000 or less) to Level 5 (exceeding $500,000), suggesting significant potential project value. The bid includes comprehensive requirements for contractor qualifications, including drug-free workplace compliance, insurance specifications, and adherence to public entity crime information regulations. Bid posting and contract award are planned for Tuesday, December 2, 2025, through the District One Fixed Capital Outlay Contracts portal and MyFloridaMarket Place Vendor Information Portal.