Alachua County School Board IFB 26-25 Operation of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants
Alachua County School DistrictSchool · Gainesville, FL- Due
- Mar 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Kelsey Molander
- (352) 955-7582
The 30-second brief
The School Board of Alachua County is soliciting bids for the operation of water and wastewater treatment plants at three specified locations. The contract includes providing all necessary technical expertise, labor, equipment, chemicals, and reporting.
Operation of water and wastewater treatment plants, Including technical expertise, Labor, Equipment, Chemicals, Laboratory analyses, Regulatory reports, And emergency service response.
Lowest responsive and responsible Bidder, considering qualifications, relevant expertise, experience, capacity, and past performance.
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Summary
The School Board of Alachua County is soliciting bids for the operation of water and wastewater treatment plants at three specified locations. The contract includes providing all necessary technical expertise, labor, equipment, chemicals, and reporting.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Lowest responsive and responsible Bidder
- Considering qualifications
- Relevant expertise
- Experience
- Capacity
- Past performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Operation of water and wastewater treatment plants
- Including technical expertise
- Labor
- Equipment
- Chemicals
- Laboratory analyses
- Regulatory reports
- Emergency service response
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Bidder Acknowledgement and Acceptance Form
- Debarment Form
- Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor and Services
- Jessica Lunsford Act Form
- Small/Minority Business Enterprise Form
- Insurance Certification Form
- Attachment C – Form of Proposal
- Questionnaire
- References
- Copy of FDEP Class C Certificates for each assigned Operator
- Copy of SOP for water and wastewater treatment plants
- Copy of FHD Certificate for designated Laboratory
REQUIRED STAFFING
Qualified Service Technician (Operator)
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department, 620 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Archer, FL; Starke, FL; Gainesville, FL
- Reported agency
- School Board of Alachua County
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Alachua County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 12, 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: Purchasing Department, 620 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601. For questions, contact Kelsey Molander.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Alachua County School District 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 Kelsey Molander at (352) 955-7582. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Qualified Service Technician (Operator). Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Operation of water and wastewater treatment plants, Including technical expertise, Labor, Equipment, Chemicals, Laboratory analyses, Regulatory reports, And emergency service response.. 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 Bidder, considering qualifications, relevant expertise, experience, capacity, and past performance." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alachua County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Alachua County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Alachua County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Bidder Acknowledgement and Acceptance Form, Debarment Form, Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor and Services, Jessica Lunsford Act Form, Small/Minority Business Enterprise Form, Insuranc. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Alachua County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Archer, FL; Starke, FL; Gainesville, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.