City of Starke CDBG Water Line Replacement Project - Bid #2026-02 (2026)
City of StarkeCity · Starke, FL- Due
- Jul 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 25, 2026
- Duration
- 6 months
- Primary contact
- Becky May
- (904) 964-5027
The 30-second brief
The City of Starke is seeking sealed bids for the CDBG Water Line Replacement Project, identified as Bid #2026-02 under CDBG Grant #23DB-N10. The project involves replacing aging and deteriorated 6-inch potable water lines with new 8-inch potable water lines and fire hydrants in the general nine-block area bounded by Brownlee Street (SR 16), North Street, Oak Street, and Old Lawtey Road. Specifically, the work includes the abandonment or removal of approximately 5,630 linear feet of existing 6-inch potable water line and the installation of approximately 6,900 linear feet of new 8-inch PVC potable water line, alongside ten new fire hydrants, valves, fittings, and service connections. The project is federally funded under the Community Development Block Grant program and is subject to Federal Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wage Rates and Section 3 economic opportunities requirements. A non-mandatory virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time. Questions must be submitted via email by July 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Sealed bids are due by 2:00 PM local time on July 30, 2026, and will be publicly opened at 2:10 PM at City Hall, 209 North Thompson Street, Starke, Florida 32091. Bidders must provide a 5% bid bond and hold a Certified General Contractor or Certified Underground Utility Contractor license in the State of Florida.
5, 630 LF abandonment of existing water lines, 7, 310 LF PVC pipe 8", 10 LF PVC pipe 6", 118 LF PVC pipe 4", 113 LF PVC pipe 2", 765 LF HDPE pipe 3/4", 21 gate valves 8", 2 gate valves 4", 1 gate valve 2", 8 fire hydrant assemblies, 51 water meters 3/4", 51 meter boxes, 20 LF service line 1", 2 bacteriological sampling points
Lowest responsive, responsible Bidder for Total Bid Amount
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Summary
The City of Starke is seeking sealed bids for the CDBG Water Line Replacement Project, identified as Bid #2026-02 under CDBG Grant #23DB-N10.
The project involves replacing aging and deteriorated 6-inch potable water lines with new 8-inch potable water lines and fire hydrants in the general nine-block area bounded by Brownlee Street (SR 16), North Street, Oak Street, and Old Lawtey Road. Specifically, the work includes the abandonment or removal of approximately 5,630 linear feet of existing 6-inch potable water line and the installation of approximately 6,900 linear feet of new 8-inch PVC potable water line, alongside ten new fire hydrants, valves, fittings, and service connections. The project is federally funded under the Community Development Block Grant program and is subject to Federal Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wage Rates and Section 3 economic opportunities requirements. A non-mandatory virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time. Questions must be submitted via email by July 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Sealed bids are due by 2:00 PM local time on July 30, 2026, and will be publicly opened at 2:10 PM at City Hall, 209 North Thompson Street, Starke, Florida 32091. Bidders must provide a 5% bid bond and hold a Certified General Contractor or Certified Underground Utility Contractor license in the State of Florida.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive, responsible Bidder for Total Bid Amount
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
16- 5
- 630 LF abandonment of existing water lines
- 7
- 310 LF PVC pipe 8"
- 10 LF PVC pipe 6"
- 118 LF PVC pipe 4"
- 113 LF PVC pipe 2"
- 765 LF HDPE pipe 3/4"
- 21 gate valves 8"
- 2 gate valves 4"
- 1 gate valve 2"
- 8 fire hydrant assemblies
- 51 water meters 3/4"
- 51 meter boxes
- 20 LF service line 1"
- 2 bacteriological sampling points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Bid Bond
- Forms and Documents Required by the Small Cities CDBG Program
- Form A
- Form B
- Form C
- Form D
- Form E
- Form F
- Form G
- Form H
- Form I
- Form J
- Form K
- Form L
- Form M
- Form N
- References
- Submit to
- [email protected] / City Hall, 209 North Thompson Street, Starke, FL 32091
- Scope location
- Starke, FL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Starke?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 30, 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: [email protected] / City Hall, 209 North Thompson Street, Starke, FL 32091. For questions, contact Becky May.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Starke 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 Becky May at (904) 964-5027. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 5, 630 LF abandonment of existing water lines, 7, 310 LF PVC pipe 8", 10 LF PVC pipe 6", 118 LF PVC pipe 4", 113 LF PVC pipe 2", 765 LF HDPE pipe 3/4", 21 gate valves 8", 2 gate valves 4", 1 gate valve 2", 8 fire hydrant assemblies, 51 water meters 3/4", 51 meter boxes, 20 LF service line 1", 2 bact. 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, responsible Bidder for Total Bid Amount" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Starke?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Starke are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Starke 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 6 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Bid Bond, Forms and Documents Required by the Small Cities CDBG Program, Form A, Form B, Form C, Form D, Form E, Form F, Form G, Form H, Form I, Form J, Form K, Form L, Form M, Form N, References. Review the full document from City of Starke for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Starke, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.