New Pole Barn - Palm Bay

The St. Johns River Water Management District is requesting submittals from qualified general contractors for construction of a new pre-engineered red iron pole barn at the Palm Bay Service Center, with submittals due July 22, 2026, and a mandatory pre-submittal meeting on June 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM. Contractors must hold a current Florida General Contractor license and demonstrate successful completion of at least three similar red iron steel structure projects in Florida coastal counties within the past five years, with a minimum of five years' relevant experience.

The scope calls for a single pre-engineered open-sided structure measuring approximately 40 by 200 feet with 16-foot eave height, standing seam galvalume roof, gutters, and downspouts matching existing on-site structures, installed over an existing rock parking pad within a fenced compound area. The contractor must obtain all required permits, conduct site preparation, ensure code compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local codes, and provide a 25-year manufacturer warranty on roofing, gutters, and downspouts plus a one-year workmanship warranty. Electronic deliverables must meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.

The estimated budget is $180,000 on an all-inclusive, single-line-item basis representing full turnkey cost. Substantial completion is required within 90 calendar days of Notice to Proceed, with final completion no later than December 31, 2026. The contract term expires January 31, 2027. The District reserves the right to adjust the construction estimate and reject all bids if costs exceed it. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance including general liability as specified. Payment follows the Local Government Prompt Payment Act with retainage withheld per Florida Statutes. Questions are due July 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM.