Minsky Gym Renovation Project

The City of Port St. Lucie is requesting bids on interior and exterior repair and improvement work at the Robert E. Minsky Gymnasium under IFB #20260083, with bids due July 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and a pre-bid meeting on June 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at the facility location. A 5% local-business preference in scoring applies to vendors meeting defined criteria.

Scope includes removal of existing vinyl wall coverings and metal building wall insulation; installation of new metal stud framing with R-19 batt insulation and gypsum board; interior surface preparation and painting; installation of sheet metal flashing and roof components; gutter and downspout replacement; water intrusion investigation with selective material replacement; and daily debris removal and site cleanup. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision and obtain all required permits and licenses.

Estimated construction duration is four months from a proposed start date of November 9, 2026. The City will evaluate bids using best-value analysis considering skill, experience, past performance, ability to meet specifications, capacity to perform, financial viability, bonding capacity, pricing, and life-cycle costs. A 10% contingency allowance and $10,000 permit allowance are included in the procurement. Contractors must provide a 5% bid bond and a 100% performance and payment bond; maintain comprehensive insurance including workers' compensation and pollution liability with the City listed as additional insured; and comply with all federal, state, and local laws.

The Minsky Gym serves as an official polling location, and construction activities are restricted during the election blackout period; contractors may request limited non-intrusive access during this period for inspections and material ordering with City approval. Questions are due June 19, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., with responses due June 26, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Bids must be submitted through the OpenGov electronic bidding system.