Florida DOT Construction and Maintenance Programs Bid Solicitation Notice Advertisement No. 1 2026
Florida Department of Transportation | State of FloridaState · Tallahassee, FL- Due
- Mar 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Don Naylor
- (863) 519-2629
The 30-second brief
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is soliciting bids for several major infrastructure projects under Advertisement No. 1. Primary projects include the replacement of Bridge No. 130168 on SR 684 in Manatee County (Proposal T1920), roadway reconstruction and adding lanes on SR 30A in Bay County (Proposal T3845), and milling and resurfacing on SR 9 (I-95) in Brevard County (Proposal T5876). Scope of work across these projects encompasses bridge structures, drainage, signalization, ITS, lighting, utility relocation, and pavement markings. Bids must be submitted electronically via Bid Express using Project Bids software. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is required for Proposal T1920 on February 4, 2026. The final submission deadline for all bids is March 25, 2026, at 10:30 A.M. Eastern Time.
Electronic bid via Bid Express, Digital ID, Proposal Guaranty (5%), Insurance Certificates, Performance and Payment Bond
Lowest responsive bid not exceeding engineer's estimate by more than 10%
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Summary
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is soliciting bids for several major infrastructure projects under Advertisement No. 1.
Primary projects include the replacement of Bridge No. 130168 on SR 684 in Manatee County (Proposal T1920), roadway reconstruction and adding lanes on SR 30A in Bay County (Proposal T3845), and milling and resurfacing on SR 9 (I-95) in Brevard County (Proposal T5876). Scope of work across these projects encompasses bridge structures, drainage, signalization, ITS, lighting, utility relocation, and pavement markings. Bids must be submitted electronically via Bid Express using Project Bids software. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is required for Proposal T1920 on February 4, 2026. The final submission deadline for all bids is March 25, 2026, at 10:30 A.M. Eastern Time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive bid not exceeding engineer's estimate by more than 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Electronic bid via Bid Express
- Digital ID
- Proposal Guaranty (5%)
- Insurance Certificates
- Performance and Payment Bond
- Scope location
- Tallahassee, FL
- Reported agency
- Florida Department of Transportation
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Florida Department of Transportation | State of Florida?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 25, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Don Naylor.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Florida Department of Transportation | 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 Don Naylor at (863) 519-2629. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Electronic bid via Bid Express, Digital ID, Proposal Guaranty (5%), Insurance Certificates, Performance and Payment Bond. 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 bid not exceeding engineer's estimate by more than 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Florida Department of Transportation | State of Florida?
All active and historical solicitations from Florida Department of Transportation | State of Florida are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Florida Department of Transportation | State of Florida regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. Review the full document from Florida Department of Transportation | 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: Tallahassee, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.