IFB Burrell Dam Rehabilitation Project

The St. Johns River Water Management District is seeking qualified contractors for the Burrell Dam Rehabilitation Project located on Haines Creek in Putnam County, Florida, through an Invitation for Bids (IFB 41684). The project involves comprehensive rehabilitation of an earth fill dam approximately 500 feet long and 12 feet high, with specific deliverables including concrete surface preparation, structural steel repair, gate refurbishments, electrical and controls installation, new fencing, and riprap placement. Contractors must possess a current active General Contractor's license, demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience, and have successfully completed similar projects in concrete and steel repairs, civil works, and electrical/instrumentation/controls. The non-mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on November 19, 2025, with questions due by December 8, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Bids are now due on December 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with project substantial completion required by June 30, 2026, and full completion by August 31, 2026. A 5% bid bond is mandatory, and contractors must limit subcontracting to no more than 40% of the total work.

The procurement does not specify specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must submit a bid bond equal to 5% of the total base bid, with payment and performance bonds required for contracts exceeding $200,000, with surety ratings no less than "Excellent" by A.M. Best Company. The District has included a $250,000 Supplemental Work Allowance for unforeseen site conditions, with the estimated project budget being approximately $5.1 million. Contractors are responsible for obtaining necessary permits, providing labor, equipment, materials, and specialized personnel such as manatee observers and wildlife trappers. The project includes provisions for liquidated damages of $1,000 per calendar day for delays beyond the completion schedule. Funding for the project will come from District ad valorem tax revenues, Florida Legislature appropriations, or other agency funding sources. The District will provide site access, permit coordination, and SCADA equipment reinstallation, while contractors must design and implement temporary cofferdam systems and complete all rehabilitation work according to specified technical requirements.