Clay County Public-Private Partnership (P3) to Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Maintain the Clay County Regional Sports Complex Expansion - 26/27-003
Clay CountyCounty · Clay County, FL- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 24 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jessica Loos
- (904) 284-6388
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Clay County is seeking proposals under a Public-Private Partnership (P3) delivery model for the Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Maintain (DBFOM) of the Clay County Regional Sports Complex Expansion. The approximately 250-acre athletic and recreation property requires a scalable development and business plan encompassing multipurpose athletic fields, parking, trails, lighting, irrigation, drainage, and support buildings. The selected partner will be responsible for comprehensive operations, programming, maintenance, and revenue generation while ensuring free public access to designated trails and open areas. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, with an inquiry deadline of October 23, 2026. The procurement requires a 5% bid bond, applicable Florida contractor licensure, and compliance with local preference and public entity crime requirements.
Team Qualifications, Integration and Capacity - 20 Points, Project Understanding and DBFOM Technical Approach - 20 Points, Operations, Field Maintenance and Lifecycle Stewardship - 30 Points, Financing, Pricing and County Affordability - 30 Points, Revenue Generation, County Return and Public Value - 25 Points, Schedule, Progressive Delivery and Risk Allocation - 15 Points, References and Demonstrated Results - 10 Points
SUMMARY
Clay County is seeking proposals under a Public-Private Partnership (P3) delivery model for the Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Maintain (DBFOM) of the Clay County Regional Sports Complex Expansion.
The approximately 250-acre athletic and recreation property requires a scalable development and business plan encompassing multipurpose athletic fields, parking, trails, lighting, irrigation, drainage, and support buildings. The selected partner will be responsible for comprehensive operations, programming, maintenance, and revenue generation while ensuring free public access to designated trails and open areas. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, with an inquiry deadline of October 23, 2026. The procurement requires a 5% bid bond, applicable Florida contractor licensure, and compliance with local preference and public entity crime requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
12- Team Qualifications
- Integration and Capacity - 20 Points
- Project Understanding and DBFOM Technical Approach - 20 Points
- Operations
- Field Maintenance and Lifecycle Stewardship - 30 Points
- Financing
- Pricing and County Affordability - 30 Points
- Revenue Generation
- County Return and Public Value - 25 Points
- Schedule
- Progressive Delivery and Risk Allocation - 15 Points
- References and Demonstrated Results - 10 Points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Bond
- W-9
- EFT Authorization Form
- E-Verify
- Scrutinized Companies Certification
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/claycounty
- Scope location
- Clay County, FL
- Projected sq ft
- 10,890,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Clay County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/claycounty. For questions, contact Jessica Loos.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Clay County 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 Jessica Loos at (904) 284-6388. 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: "Team Qualifications, Integration and Capacity - 20 Points, Project Understanding and DBFOM Technical Approach - 20 Points, Operations, Field Maintenance and Lifecycle Stewardship - 30 Points, Financin..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Clay County?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 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 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: Bid Bond, W-9, EFT Authorization Form, E-Verify, Scrutinized Companies Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment. Review the full document from Clay County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clay County, FL. The total projected area is 10890000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.