Waterway Navigation Repairs

Sarasota County is seeking qualified marine contractors to perform waterway navigation repairs through a Quick Quote (QQ) solicitation numbered 2025-QQ-493. The project requires a licensed Division II Marine Contractor to provide labor, materials, equipment, and transportation for repairing and replacing navigational aids across multiple waterway zones. Specific deliverables include installing 4 large ATON signs, 6 small ATON signs, 28 regulatory signs (3'x4'), 8 regulatory signs (4'x6'), 2 regulatory signs (5'x7'), 13 single pilings, and 2 double pilings. The work must be completed within 60 calendar days after receiving the purchase order, with precise technical requirements such as using 10" diameter marine-grade plastic or wood piles, wrapping wood piles with high-density polyethylene, and installing reflective tape bands. Key submission deadlines include a question deadline of June 25, 2025, and a response deadline of July 1, 2025, at 2:30 pm, with electronic submissions required through the ProcureNow portal. The award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder providing the lowest total bid price, with a strict quote threshold of $50,000.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must have an active license from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation as a Division II Marine Contractor at the time of bid opening. The contract allows Sarasota County to purchase additional quantities at the unit price quoted during the initial 30-day period following award, with potential to extend unit pricing for up to one year if the vendor agrees. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project covers multiple waterway zones including Sarasota Bay, Roberts Bay, Big Pass, Little Sarasota Bay, Hatchett Creek, and Lemon Bay. The county may allow a contingency of up to 10% of the total bid price for unforeseen circumstances, subject to approval. Contractors will be required to provide photo documentation, complete a Pile Drive Report Form for each piling, and ensure minimal disruption to daily work at the project locations. The precise geographic scope is detailed in attached maps and documents specifying 24 distinct locations with exact coordinates for navigational aid repairs.