Alachua County Board of County Commissioners - Animal Adoption Trailer - ITB 26-582-MM (2025)
Alachua County Board of County CommissionersCounty · FL- Due
- Feb 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 31, 2025
- Primary contact
- Jonathan Dotzler
- (352) 213-4828
The 30-second brief
Alachua County is seeking bids for the fabrication and turnkey buildout of a single, purpose-built 8x24 mobile pet adoption and rescue trailer. The mobile unit will feature aluminum framing, rubber flooring, climate control with AC and heating, plumbing and water systems including fresh and wastewater tanks, electrical systems, and stainless steel animal compartment units. Vendors must deliver a durable, compliant asset with thoughtful design, quality materials, and warranty coverage to support community outreach and animal welfare operations. Proposals are due by February 4, 2026, with a question deadline of January 25, 2026.
8' x 24' mobile adoption/rescue trailer, Steel frame, Insulation, Subflooring, Fasteners and anchors, Siding panels, Roofing system, Doors and windows, Exterior paint/coating, Wall panels, Flooring, Ceiling finish, Interior doors, Wiring and conduits, Lighting fixtures, Outlets and switches, Electrical panel, Piping and fittings, Plumbing fixtures, Water heater, Drainage system, Heating unit, Cooling unit, Ductwork, Thermostat and controls, Kennel units, Gates and latches, Drainage grates, Specialty coatings, Base cabinets, Wall cabinets, Countertops, Hardware
Lowest responsive and responsible vendor
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Summary
Alachua County is seeking bids for the fabrication and turnkey buildout of a single, purpose-built 8x24 mobile pet adoption and rescue trailer.
The mobile unit will feature aluminum framing, rubber flooring, climate control with AC and heating, plumbing and water systems including fresh and wastewater tanks, electrical systems, and stainless steel animal compartment units. Vendors must deliver a durable, compliant asset with thoughtful design, quality materials, and warranty coverage to support community outreach and animal welfare operations. Proposals are due by February 4, 2026, with a question deadline of January 25, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible vendor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
33- 8' x 24' mobile adoption/rescue trailer
- Steel frame
- Insulation
- Subflooring
- Fasteners and anchors
- Siding panels
- Roofing system
- Doors and windows
- Exterior paint/coating
- Wall panels
- Flooring
- Ceiling finish
- Interior doors
- Wiring and conduits
- Lighting fixtures
- Outlets and switches
- Electrical panel
- Piping and fittings
- Plumbing fixtures
- Water heater
- Drainage system
- Heating unit
- Cooling unit
- Ductwork
- Thermostat and controls
- Kennel units
- Gates and latches
- Drainage grates
- Specialty coatings
- Base cabinets
- Wall cabinets
- Countertops
- Hardware
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- Submittal Confirmation
- Corporate Resolution
- State Compliance
- Taxpayer Identification Form W-9
- Deliverables and Documentation
- Lead times
- Photos/Summaries of similar completed builds
- Deviations
- Public Record Trade Secret Exemption Request
- Alachua County Government Minimum Wage form
- Drug-Free Workplace certification
- Vendor Eligibility confirmation
- Subcontractors list
- Responsible Agent form
- References
- Conflict of Interest statement
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/alachuacounty
- Scope location
- Gainesville, FL
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/alachuacounty. For questions, contact Jonathan Dotzler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Alachua County Board of County Commissioners in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jonathan Dotzler at (352) 213-4828. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 8' x 24' mobile adoption/rescue trailer, Steel frame, Insulation, Subflooring, Fasteners and anchors, Siding panels, Roofing system, Doors and windows, Exterior paint/coating, Wall panels, Flooring, Ceiling finish, Interior doors, Wiring and conduits, Lighting fixtures, Outlets and switches, Electri. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible vendor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners?
All active and historical solicitations from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Alachua County Board of County Commissioners regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Submittal Confirmation, Corporate Resolution, State Compliance, Taxpayer Identification Form W-9, Deliverables and Documentation, Lead times, Photos/Summaries of similar completed builds, Deviations,. Review the full document from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gainesville, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.