City of Bartow 970 E Main Street Demolition Project ITB 26-33 - 2026
City of BartowCity · Bartow, FL- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Howard Smith
- (863) 534-0100 ext 2776
The 30-second brief
The City of Bartow Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) seeks qualified, licensed demolition contractors for comprehensive demolition services at 970 E. Main Street, Bartow, FL 33830. The scope includes full building demolition and removal of an approximate 15,360 sq ft commercial building, foundation removal, existing steel roadside sign removal, site grading and stabilization compacted to 95% Modified Proctor, 6-ft galvanized chain-link fence installation, and vinyl mesh banner privacy screen installation with project branding. The maximum project budget is $100,000.00. Bids are due by October 21, 2026, at 2:00 pm. A non-mandatory pre-bid site walk-through is scheduled for October 2, 2026, at 9:00 am, and question submissions are due by October 14, 2026, at 4:00 pm. Required qualifications include 5 years in business, a General Contractor (GC) license, Local Business Tax Receipt, and three similar project references.
Price, Qualifications, Experience, Licensing, References
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Summary
The City of Bartow Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) seeks qualified, licensed demolition contractors for comprehensive demolition services at 970 E. Main Street, Bartow, FL 33830.
The scope includes full building demolition and removal of an approximate 15,360 sq ft commercial building, foundation removal, existing steel roadside sign removal, site grading and stabilization compacted to 95% Modified Proctor, 6-ft galvanized chain-link fence installation, and vinyl mesh banner privacy screen installation with project branding. The maximum project budget is $100,000.00. Bids are due by October 21, 2026, at 2:00 pm. A non-mandatory pre-bid site walk-through is scheduled for October 2, 2026, at 9:00 am, and question submissions are due by October 14, 2026, at 4:00 pm. Required qualifications include 5 years in business, a General Contractor (GC) license, Local Business Tax Receipt, and three similar project references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price
- Qualifications
- Experience
- Licensing
- References
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
27- Qualification Statement
- Bidder Incorporation Information
- Proposer's Certification Form
- References
- Construction Bid Submittal
- Certificate of Insurance
- Bid Bond
- Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder
- Affidavit of Percentage of Work
- Subcontractor List
- Good Faith Effort Documentation
- Trench Safety Act Compliance
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Drug-Free Workplace Form
- Safety Requirements/Regulations
- Certificate of Compliance
- Affidavit Certification Immigration Laws
- Contractor Certification regarding Scrutinized Companies List
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Proposed Debarment
- Other Responsibility Matters
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- E-Verify Certification
- Sworn Statement of Public Entity Crimes
- Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor or Services
- Acknowledgement Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bartowfl
- Scope location
- Bartow, FL
- Projected sq ft
- 15,360 sq ft
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from City of Bartow?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bartowfl. For questions, contact Howard Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including City of Bartow 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 ITB 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 Howard Smith at (863) 534-0100 ext 2776. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price, Qualifications, Experience, Licensing, References" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bartow?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Bartow are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Bartow 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 ITB?
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: Qualification Statement, Bidder Incorporation Information, Proposer's Certification Form, References, Construction Bid Submittal, Certificate of Insurance, Bid Bond, Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime B. Review the full document from City of Bartow for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bartow, FL. The total projected area is 15360 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.