Michigan Avenue Warehouse Renovation

The City of Fort Myers is seeking qualified contractors to renovate two existing warehouse structures located at 2801 Michigan Avenue, transforming them into functional municipal facilities. The project encompasses two buildings: a North Warehouse Building of approximately 7,100 square feet and a South Warehouse Building of approximately 10,594 square feet. The renovation will convert these spaces into a Records Department facility and a Parks & Recreation Department facility, respectively, involving comprehensive infrastructure upgrades including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire suppression, and communication systems. The solicitation (ITB 25-098) was released on August 28, 2025, with a non-mandatory pre-submittal meeting scheduled for September 3, 2025, and bid submissions due on October 13, 2025, at 2:00 pm. Contractors must complete substantial project work within 180 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with final completion required within an additional 30 consecutive calendar days. Bidders must hold necessary Florida licenses, have been in business for at least five consecutive years, and demonstrate no outstanding defaults or legal issues with the City.

The procurement includes specific requirements for minority and women's business enterprise participation, with a goal of five percent for both MBE and WBE categories. Contractors must comply with E-Verify requirements, public records laws, and anti-discrimination statutes, and must use U.S.-produced materials under Build America, Buy America provisions. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive renovation involves multiple bid alternates covering site improvements, infrastructure upgrades, and specific enhancements like roofing repairs and floor finishes. The project will require integration with existing municipal infrastructure, including utility connections, stormwater management systems, and compliance with local zoning regulations. Funding appears to involve state revolving loan programs, which mandate additional federal and state regulatory compliance. Contractors will need to provide performance bonds, comprehensive insurance, and demonstrate capability to manage a complex municipal facility renovation project involving multiple technical systems and architectural modifications.