Riprap, Aggregate, Base Material and Sand

The City of Fort Myers is seeking qualified contractors to provide riprap, aggregate base material, and sand through Invitation to Bid (ITB 26-023), focusing on roadwork materials. The procurement requires suppliers to furnish materials compliant with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Standard Specifications, including various types of riprap, rubblized materials, base materials, limerock, aggregate base, fine aggregate for concrete, sand for asphalt, and coarse aggregate. All materials must meet specific gradation and quality standards, be free from contaminants, and include certified weight tickets upon delivery. Contractors must hold necessary Florida business licenses, have been in business under their current company name for a minimum of five consecutive years, and have no outstanding debts or defaults with the City. Pricing must be submitted on a unit cost basis for twelve line items, ranging from crushed concrete stabilized base to Portland cement. The submission deadline is February 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM through the City's OpenGov electronic portal, with a question submission deadline of January 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The proposed City Council approval date is March 2, 2026.

The contract includes provisions for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation and requires compliance with various federal and state regulations. Contractors must maintain comprehensive automobile and general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 and workers' compensation coverage. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewal periods and potential month-to-month extensions. Disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) goals are established, with specific requirements for minority and women's business enterprise participation. Contractors must comply with E-Verify system requirements, drug-free workplace certification, and various statutory requirements including human trafficking prohibitions. While no specific guaranteed minimum or maximum purchase amounts are specified, the City reserves the right to award to one or more contractors and will select the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Federal funding considerations may apply, including provisions under the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Build America Buy America requirements, which could impact contractor eligibility and material sourcing.