City of Sarasota Lido Beach Dune Restoration Project Bid 26-25HR
City of SarasotaCity · Sarasota, FL- Due
- May 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Helen Reed
- (941) 263-6443
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Sarasota is soliciting bids for the Lido Beach Dune Restoration Project (Solicitation 26-25HR). The project encompasses approximately 1.16 miles of dune restoration along the southern portion of Lido Key, between New Pass and Big Sarasota Pass. Scope of work includes the furnishing of labor, materials, and equipment for dune restoration, dune vegetation planting, beach accesses and enhancements, signage, and post and rope installation. Due to Federal funding, Local Preference will not apply. Bidders must bid on all line items to be deemed responsive. A Notice of Interest is due by May 18, 2026, and final bids are due May 27, 2026, at the Purchasing office in Sarasota, FL.
Dune restoration, Dune vegetation planting, Beach accesses and enhancements, Signage, Post and rope installation
SUMMARY
The City of Sarasota is soliciting bids for the Lido Beach Dune Restoration Project (Solicitation 26-25HR).
The project encompasses approximately 1.16 miles of dune restoration along the southern portion of Lido Key, between New Pass and Big Sarasota Pass. Scope of work includes the furnishing of labor, materials, and equipment for dune restoration, dune vegetation planting, beach accesses and enhancements, signage, and post and rope installation. Due to Federal funding, Local Preference will not apply. Bidders must bid on all line items to be deemed responsive. A Notice of Interest is due by May 18, 2026, and final bids are due May 27, 2026, at the Purchasing office in Sarasota, FL.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Dune restoration
- Dune vegetation planting
- Beach accesses and enhancements
- Signage
- Post and rope installation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Construction Drawings, specifications
- Submit to
- 1565 1st Street, 2nd Fl Purchasing, Sarsasota, FL, 34236
- Scope location
- Sarasota, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Sarasota?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 27, 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: 1565 1st Street, 2nd Fl Purchasing, Sarsasota, FL, 34236. For questions, contact Helen Reed.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Sarasota 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 Helen Reed at (941) 263-6443. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Dune restoration, Dune vegetation planting, Beach accesses and enhancements, Signage, Post and rope installation. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Sarasota?
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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: Construction Drawings, specifications. Review the full document from City of Sarasota for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sarasota, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.