City of Ocala - Underground Boring and Conduit Installation Services - ITB10082600000145 (2026)
City of OcalaCity · Ocala, FL- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Caley Conard
- (352) 629-8234
The 30-second brief
The City of Ocala Electric Utility (OEU) seeks an experienced Underground Utility Contractor or General Contractor in Florida to provide underground boring, trenching, and conduit installation services, including 2-inch, 3-inch, 4-inch, and 6-inch conduits, stub-ups, pull tape, and warning tape installation in sand, standard soil, rock, and clay. The initial contract term is two (2) years with two (2) optional one-year renewal terms, effective February 2027. Contractors must submit written itemized quotes within 48 hours of request and start work within four business days of Notice to Proceed. Bids are due by November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Requirements include a Florida Underground Utility or General Contractor license, commercial general liability insurance ($1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate), automotive liability, workers' compensation, E-Verify registration, and three references for conduit services in dense urban settings within the past five years. Award will be made to the lowest bidder meeting all requirements.
Two (2) inch conduit - Sand, Two (2) inch conduit - Standard Soil, Two (2) inch conduit - Rock, Two (2) inch conduit - Clay, Three (3) inch conduit - Sand, Three (3) inch conduit - Standard Soil, Three (3) inch conduit - Rock, Three (3) inch conduit - Clay, Four (4) inch conduit - Sand, Four (4) inch conduit - Standard Soil, Four (4) inch conduit - Rock, Four (4) inch conduit - Clay, Six (6) inch conduit - Sand, Six (6) inch conduit - Standard Soil, Six (6) inch conduit - Rock, Six (6) inch conduit - Clay, Two (2) inch Stub-Up, Three (3) inch Stub-Up, Four (4) inch Stub-Up, Six (6) inch Stub-Up, Labor (Hand Dig), Backhoe W/Operator, Missile, Sod, Concrete Sidewalk Removal & Replacement, Asphalt Removal & Replacement
Lowest bidder meeting all requirements
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Summary
The City of Ocala Electric Utility (OEU) seeks an experienced Underground Utility Contractor or General Contractor in Florida to provide underground boring, trenching, and conduit installation services, including 2-inch, 3-inch, 4-inch, and 6-inch conduits, stub-ups, pull tape, and warning tape installation in sand, standard soil, rock, and clay.
The initial contract term is two (2) years with two (2) optional one-year renewal terms, effective February 2027. Contractors must submit written itemized quotes within 48 hours of request and start work within four business days of Notice to Proceed. Bids are due by November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Requirements include a Florida Underground Utility or General Contractor license, commercial general liability insurance ($1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate), automotive liability, workers' compensation, E-Verify registration, and three references for conduit services in dense urban settings within the past five years. Award will be made to the lowest bidder meeting all requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest bidder meeting all requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
26- Two (2) inch conduit - Sand
- Two (2) inch conduit - Standard Soil
- Two (2) inch conduit - Rock
- Two (2) inch conduit - Clay
- Three (3) inch conduit - Sand
- Three (3) inch conduit - Standard Soil
- Three (3) inch conduit - Rock
- Three (3) inch conduit - Clay
- Four (4) inch conduit - Sand
- Four (4) inch conduit - Standard Soil
- Four (4) inch conduit - Rock
- Four (4) inch conduit - Clay
- Six (6) inch conduit - Sand
- Six (6) inch conduit - Standard Soil
- Six (6) inch conduit - Rock
- Six (6) inch conduit - Clay
- Two (2) inch Stub-Up
- Three (3) inch Stub-Up
- Four (4) inch Stub-Up
- Six (6) inch Stub-Up
- Labor (Hand Dig)
- Backhoe W/Operator
- Missile
- Sod
- Concrete Sidewalk Removal & Replacement
- Asphalt Removal & Replacement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Price Proposal, Affidavit under Section 787.06 Florida Statutes
- Submit to
- 110 SE Watula Avenue, CITY HALL | [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Ocala, FL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Ocala?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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: 110 SE Watula Avenue, CITY HALL | [email protected]. For questions, contact Caley Conard.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Ocala 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 Bid 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 Caley Conard at (352) 629-8234. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two (2) inch conduit - Sand, Two (2) inch conduit - Standard Soil, Two (2) inch conduit - Rock, Two (2) inch conduit - Clay, Three (3) inch conduit - Sand, Three (3) inch conduit - Standard Soil, Three (3) inch conduit - Rock, Three (3) inch conduit - Clay, Four (4) inch conduit - Sand, Four (4) inc. 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 bidder meeting all requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ocala?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Ocala are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Ocala 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Price Proposal, Affidavit under Section 787.06 Florida Statutes. Review the full document from City of Ocala for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ocala, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.