Florida Dept of Agriculture Marsh Restoration – Cordgrass Planting Okaloacoochee Slough State Forest ITB 2026
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services | State of FloridaState · Tallahassee, FL- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Brenda Paul
- (850) 245-1040
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Summary
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is soliciting competitive bids for a marsh restoration project at Okaloacoochee Slough State Forest in Hendry, FL. The scope of work requires the planting of sand cordgrass (spartina bakeri) across an area of up to 50 acres.
This solicitation involves local funding, which may trigger additional requirements. Bids are due by September 23, 2026, at 2:30 AM at the Mayo Building in Tallahassee. The deadline for vendors to submit technical or procedural questions is September 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Interested contractors should refer to the owner's plans and external links for full project specifications.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Plans
- Submit to
- 407 S Calhoun St., Tallahassee, FL, 32399-0800
- Scope location
- Hendry, FL
- Reported agency
- Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services | State of Florida?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 407 S Calhoun St., Tallahassee, FL, 32399-0800. For questions, contact Brenda Paul.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services | State of Florida 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 Brenda Paul at (850) 245-1040. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: Plans. Review the full document from Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services | State of Florida for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hendry, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.