ITB 25B-011 2026 Hand Planting Services and Groundcover Restoration

The state and local contract opportunity ITB 25B-011 is a procurement for 2026 Hand Planting Services and Groundcover Restoration, issued by the Northwest Florida Water Management District and covering jurisdictions in Gilchrist County and Hollywood City, Florida. The invitation to bid seeks comprehensive hand planting and reforestation services, with specific focus on restoration of groundcover in designated areas. Bidders are required to submit lump sum proposals for executing hand planting and restoration work, demonstrating technical expertise in environmental rehabilitation. The bid was officially opened on September 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with proposals due by October 1, 2025. Thirteen bidders submitted proposals, with pricing ranging significantly from $39,324.00 to $617,484.00, indicating considerable variability in service approaches and cost structures. Evaluation appears to prioritize responsiveness, technical capability, and competitive pricing, with only responsive bidders being considered for potential award.

The procurement does not explicitly detail set-aside designations or specific restrictions on respondent types, though the competitive nature suggests openness to various qualified environmental service providers. The bid tabulation indicates most bidders were deemed responsive, with only two companies (Busy B Lawn and Tree and Garcia Forest Service) marked as non-responsive. Express Forestry Services, LLC submitted the lowest responsive bid at $39,324.00, while EcoTech Environmental, LLC presented the highest responsive bid at $617,484.00, suggesting a broad range of potential contract values. The procurement appears focused on selecting a vendor capable of executing comprehensive hand planting and groundcover restoration services across the specified geographic regions. While specific budget allocations are not detailed, the bid pricing suggests the project has a substantial financial scope, likely reflecting the complexity and scale of the environmental restoration work required.