Meigs Miracle League Park- Site Development and Facilities

Okaloosa County, Florida is seeking bids for the Meigs Miracle League Park- Site Development and Facilities project (ITB PW 45-25), a comprehensive park construction initiative. The project involves site development encompassing earthwork, clearing and grubbing, construction of irrigation and stormwater management facilities, pavilion and bathroom facilities, water and sewer connections, and concrete sidewalk and walkway areas. The solicitation requires contractors to develop a 3.73-acre recreational space featuring a 125-foot Miracle League Baseball Field, two party pavilions, restrooms, a play area, and associated infrastructure with 49 parking spaces. Bids will be accepted electronically via BidNet Direct until 3:00 PM (CST) on September 17, 2025, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for September 4, 2025, at the Okaloosa County Public Works Office. Bidders must submit unit pricing for multiple project elements, provide a 5% bid bond, comply with E-Verify requirements, and maintain a drug-free workplace. The contract period is set for 270 calendar days for substantial completion and 300 calendar days for final completion, with potential liquidated damages for delays.

The project does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though standard local and state regulatory compliance is required. The procurement is funded through a $1,250,000 state appropriation from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with various technical and administrative specifications, including providing appropriate insurance and meeting public records law requirements. An Environmental Resource Permit (IND-091-323383-1) has already been approved by the Northwest Florida Water Management District, valid through May 16, 2030, which authorizes the stormwater management system construction. The geotechnical investigation indicates the site is suitable for construction, with recommendations for proper soil compaction and foundation design. The county reserves the right to reject any bid and will evaluate submissions based on responsiveness, responsibility, and alignment with project goals, with a focus on creating an accessible recreational facility for the community.