City of Fort Meade - Recreational Facility Improvements - RFP 2026-03 (2026)
City of Fort MeadeCity · Fort Meade, FL- Due
- Mar 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nicole Patterson
- (863) 285-1100 ext 233
The 30-second brief
The City of Fort Meade is soliciting proposals for recreational facility improvements on a 0.06-acre parcel at North Charleston Ave in Fort Meade, Florida. The scope of work includes the construction of one 20'x40' shelter with a concrete slab, three 12'x14' individual picnic shelters, replacement of approximately 300' x 8' of sidewalk, a fishing and nature viewing pier, boundless play equipment for children ages 2-12 with engineered wood fiber or rubberized surfacing, plus 15 picnic tables, grills, a bike rack, park benches, and trash receptacles. All facilities must comply with ADA standards and Florida Building Code. Proposals are due by March 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM, with questions due March 2, 2026. Contractors must demonstrate at least 3 years of experience and provide commercial general liability, auto, workers' compensation, and E-Verify compliance.
Construction of one 20'x40' shelter with concrete slab, Construction of three 12'x14' individual picnic shelters, Fishing and nature viewing pier, Replacement of approximately 300' x 8' of sidewalk, Boundless play equipment for children ages 2-12, 15 picnic tables, 2 standard grills, 2 double grills, 1 bike rack, 4 park benches, 6 trash receptacles
Quality, past experience, delivery date, discounts, lowest responsible and responsive bidder
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Summary
The City of Fort Meade is soliciting proposals for recreational facility improvements on a 0.06-acre parcel at North Charleston Ave in Fort Meade, Florida.
The scope of work includes the construction of one 20'x40' shelter with a concrete slab, three 12'x14' individual picnic shelters, replacement of approximately 300' x 8' of sidewalk, a fishing and nature viewing pier, boundless play equipment for children ages 2-12 with engineered wood fiber or rubberized surfacing, plus 15 picnic tables, grills, a bike rack, park benches, and trash receptacles. All facilities must comply with ADA standards and Florida Building Code. Proposals are due by March 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM, with questions due March 2, 2026. Contractors must demonstrate at least 3 years of experience and provide commercial general liability, auto, workers' compensation, and E-Verify compliance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Quality
- Past experience
- Delivery date
- Discounts
- Lowest responsible and responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Construction of one 20'x40' shelter with concrete slab
- Construction of three 12'x14' individual picnic shelters
- Fishing and nature viewing pier
- Replacement of approximately 300' x 8' of sidewalk
- Boundless play equipment for children ages 2-12
- 15 picnic tables
- 2 standard grills
- 2 double grills
- 1 bike rack
- 4 park benches
- 6 trash receptacles
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Form W-9
- Notice of Interest Form
- Proof of insurance (General Liability, Workers Compensation, Auto, Professional Liability)
- E-Verify documentation
- References
- Schedule of proposed fees
- Transmittal letter
- Company information
- Submit to
- PO Box 856 or 8 West Broadway Street, Fort Meade, Florida 33841
- Scope location
- Fort Meade, FL
- Projected sq ft
- 2,614 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Fort Meade?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 9, 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: PO Box 856 or 8 West Broadway Street, Fort Meade, Florida 33841. For questions, contact Nicole Patterson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Fort Meade 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 RFP 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 Nicole Patterson at (863) 285-1100 ext 233. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Construction of one 20'x40' shelter with concrete slab, Construction of three 12'x14' individual picnic shelters, Fishing and nature viewing pier, Replacement of approximately 300' x 8' of sidewalk, Boundless play equipment for children ages 2-12, 15 picnic tables, 2 standard grills, 2 double grills. 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: "Quality, past experience, delivery date, discounts, lowest responsible and responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Fort Meade?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Fort Meade are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Fort Meade 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 RFP?
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: Form W-9, Notice of Interest Form, proof of insurance (General Liability, Workers Compensation, Auto, Professional Liability), E-Verify documentation, references, schedule of proposed fees, transmitta. Review the full document from City of Fort Meade for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fort Meade, FL. The total projected area is 2614 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.