Little Econ South Yarbrough Bridge Rehab

The St. Johns River Water Management District is soliciting quotes for refurbishment work on the South Yarbrough Bridge located within the Little Big Econ State Forest in Putnam County, Florida, with quotes due July 24, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 16, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at the Brumley Road Trailhead (2820 Brumley Road, Chuluota, FL 32766).

The scope includes removal and disposal of deteriorated wooden bridge components, rehabilitation of the existing metal support structure, installation of new timber decking and structural elements, reconstruction of timber headwalls and wingwalls, and construction of reinforced concrete approach slabs. The District will furnish all pressure-treated lumber; the contractor must provide all labor, equipment, tools, hardware, incidental materials, transportation, and disposal services. Any iron or steel products incorporated into the project must comply with the American Iron and Steel Requirement.

The estimated project budget is $40,000, payable on a lump-sum basis. All work must be completed by August 31, 2026. Respondents must demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience and provide documentation of at least two successfully completed similar projects within the last five years. Contractors must provide proof of insurability, active Florida Secretary of State registration, E-Verify enrollment, and applicable licenses or certifications. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

Questions are due July 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. and should be directed to LaDonna Johnson, Procurement Specialist at ljohnson@sjrwmd.com. Submissions must be made electronically through DemandStar or Central Bidding, or by physical delivery on a single pin/thumb/jump drive; email submissions will be rejected as non-responsive. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of Addendum 1 on the bid form.