Gainesville Regional Utilities - Serenola Substation Fence Installation - RFP 2026-078
Gainesville Regional Utilities - ProcurementUtility District · Gainesville, FL- Due
- Jul 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jim Werner
- (352) 393-1279
The 30-second brief
Gainesville Regional Utilities is seeking proposals for the Serenola Substation Fence Installation project under RFP 2026-078 in Alachua County, Florida. The scope of work involves installing a high-security perimeter fence consisting of approximately 7-foot high chain-link fabric and two 20-foot-wide custom gates positioned on either side of the substation with an 85-foot road setback. Vendors must have documented experience in energized utility environments, physical security standards, and the ability to execute precise grounding and bonding protocols. The submission deadline is July 2, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline on June 22, 2026.
7-foot high chain-link fabric, Two 20-foot-wide custom gates, Heavy-duty industrial padlocks
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Summary
Gainesville Regional Utilities is seeking proposals for the Serenola Substation Fence Installation project under RFP 2026-078 in Alachua County, Florida.
The scope of work involves installing a high-security perimeter fence consisting of approximately 7-foot high chain-link fabric and two 20-foot-wide custom gates positioned on either side of the substation with an 85-foot road setback. Vendors must have documented experience in energized utility environments, physical security standards, and the ability to execute precise grounding and bonding protocols. The submission deadline is July 2, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline on June 22, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- 7-foot high chain-link fabric
- Two 20-foot-wide custom gates
- Heavy-duty industrial padlocks
- Submit to
- 301 SE 4th Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32601
- Scope location
- Gainesville, FL
- Reported agency
- Gainesville Regional Utilities
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Gainesville Regional Utilities - Procurement?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 301 SE 4th Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32601. For questions, contact Jim Werner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Gainesville Regional Utilities - Procurement 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 Jim Werner at (352) 393-1279. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 7-foot high chain-link fabric, Two 20-foot-wide custom gates, Heavy-duty industrial padlocks. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gainesville, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.