Sandy Sprunt Day Use and Dove Creek Quarry Fishing Dock

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking competitive bids for construction projects in Monroe County, specifically at Sandy Sprunt Day Use area and Dove Creek Quarry. The procurement involves constructing five crushed rock parking spaces (including one ADA-compliant space), a day use pavilion, an information kiosk, an asphalt driveway connection, concrete sidewalk, and two optional alternates for a boardwalk/fishing pier, pavilion, and covered bench. Bidders must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) system and with SunBiz prior to bid opening. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for July 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET, with sealed bids due by July 31, 2025, at 3:30 PM ET. The anticipated award date is August 5, 2025, with a project completion timeline of 150 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, plus an additional 30 days for final completion. Evaluation criteria will likely include bid price, contractor qualifications, and compliance with state procurement regulations.

The solicitation encourages participation by minority, women, and veteran-owned business enterprises and recommends contractors consider the State of Florida Mentor Protege Program for business development mentoring. Bidders are required to submit a bid guarantee of 5% for bids over $100,000, along with detailed documentation including subcontractor listings, references, and financial information. The project is funded through state appropriations with no federal funds involved, and contractors must comply with Florida-specific requirements such as using Florida products and labor when possible. The total contract value will depend on the base bid and selected alternates, with the FWC establishing an estimated budget of $1,050,000 for the project. Contractors must maintain appropriate licensing, provide performance and payment bonds, and adhere to state and local building codes, including the Build America, Buy America (BABA) provision requiring all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials to be produced in the United States.