Impact Windows and Doors Installation (Big Cypress)

The Seminole Tribe of Florida's Housing Department is seeking qualified contractors to provide hurricane impact windows and doors installation services for ten (10) openings at the Big Cypress Reservation through Invitation to Bid (ITB-LD 104-2025). The solicitation requires contractors to install energy-efficient tinted glass windows and doors with white or bronze frames, complete with screen enclosures and comprehensive restoration of affected areas. Bidders must possess an active-funded service agreement with the Tribe's Housing Department in Big Cypress, hold a current certified license (such as Certified General/Building/Residential Contractor), and demonstrate at least two years of experience in similar services. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 23, 2025, at 10:30 AM ET, located at 31060 Buffalo Jim Loop S, Clewiston, FL. The bid submission deadline is October 3, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET, with a final deadline for questions on September 26, 2025. The project requires contractors to commence work within sixty (60) calendar days of receiving the purchase order and complete the installation within twenty-one (21) calendar days. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, workers' compensation, and professional liability with specified minimum limits.

The Seminole Tribe offers a preference for Seminole Tribal Member and STOFI-owned businesses, potentially providing pricing advantages within specific margins. Contractors must obtain a Residential Building Window/Door Replacement Permit and provide evidence of current liability insurance and workers' compensation. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documents, the Schedule of Values spreadsheet indicates the project will involve pricing across categories including general conditions, supervision, masonry, windows and doors, finishes, and additional overhead costs. The solicitation encourages small and local business participation, with a particular emphasis on tribal-owned enterprises. Licensing requirements are flexible, allowing for both state-level certifications (Certified General/Building/Residential Contractor) and county-level classifications (Contractor Class A/B/C). Potential bidders are advised that all completed work will be subject to inspection and approval prior to payment, and must fully conform to the solicitation documents and resulting agreement.