Reconstruct Airport Perimeter Fence Phase 2-PIE

Pinellas County, Florida is requesting bids on reconstruction of the Airport Perimeter Fence Phase 2 project at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport under ITB-C, with Step 1 qualification questions due July 30, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. and Step 1 bid qualification submissions due August 6, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. A Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal of 5% has been established for subcontractors.

The scope involves removal and replacement of vulnerable existing fencing and gates with 8-foot tall prefabricated, non-scalable fencing topped with razor wire and wildlife deterrent skirt at the base throughout the Air Operations Area (AOA). The new fencing must match Phase 1 fencing completed in 2025. The contractor must commence work within 15 consecutive calendar days of Notice to Proceed and complete all work within 310 consecutive calendar days. Unit prices must remain firm from contract execution through project completion.

Bidders must hold either FDOT prequalification in specified work types or a Florida Certified General Contractor license. Qualifications include demonstrated financial capability, a bonding letter indicating maximum bonding capacity, and four professional references for similar work completed within the past seven years. Bids must include a 5% bid bond guarantee; upon award, the contractor must provide performance and payment bonds each in the amount of 100% of contract value. The contractor is responsible for all permits, fees, licenses, and compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Step 2 bid submission is due August 20, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. A non-mandatory site visit and pre-conference are scheduled for July 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at 14700 Terminal Boulevard, Clearwater, Florida. All bids must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov procurement website. Payment will be made in accordance with Florida's Local Government Prompt Payment Act (Section 218.70 et seq.), with applications submitted to the Clerk of the Circuit Court.