GRU Administrative Building Security Fence

Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the installation of a comprehensive perimeter security fencing system at its Administrative Building located at 301 SE 4th Avenue, Gainesville, Florida, following two independent professional security vulnerability assessments. The project requires installation of approximately 6-foot high black aluminum industrial-grade fencing around the property perimeter, four custom-built vehicular gates, three pedestrian gates with padlock capability, two high-cycle barrier arms, and a commercial-grade card reader pedestal at the primary entrance. All automated systems must integrate with GRU's existing Lenel OnGuard access control platform to streamline authorized employee entry and visitor flow management. The primary objectives include establishing a hardened perimeter that deters unauthorized entry and pre-operational surveillance, maintaining 24/7 operational continuity during elevated threat periods, and protecting executive parking areas and high-value infrastructure entry points. The project duration cannot exceed six weeks from commencement, with all work required to be completed, tested, and commissioned by July 31, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., respondents must submit inquiries by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026, and bids are due no later than 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 27, 2026, via the GRU e-Procurement Portal. GRU will announce the Notice of Intent to Award within sixty calendar days after the solicitation due date, and the successful respondent must execute the contract within fifteen calendar days of award notification. Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

Respondents must provide proof of drug-free workplace certification, anti-human trafficking compliance affidavits, and Certificate of Liability Insurance meeting specified minimums: $1,000,000 combined single limit for General Liability, $500,000 combined single limit for Automobile Liability, and statutory Workers Compensation. A 5 percent Bid Bond, payable to the City of Gainesville d/b/a Gainesville Regional Utilities, is required, and if awarded, Performance and Payment Bonds in the amount of 100 percent of the contract price are also required and must be recorded in the Alachua County public records prior to commencement of work. All respondents must comply with e-Verify requirements under Florida Statute 448.095, NERC CIP security standards for personnel with access to protected systems, background check and drug screening requirements, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Pricing must be submitted on the provided Pricing Response Form with all costs including applicable taxes and labor warranted for a minimum of one year, with manufacturer warranties applying to materials; GRU is exempt from Florida sales taxes for certain purchases and can provide a Consumer's Certificate of Exemption. No specific set-aside designations or incumbent vendor information is provided in the solicitation documents. Budget ranges or possible award values are not disclosed in the available documentation.