Hendry County Construction of a Ground Storage Tank for Port LaBelle Utility System Bid No. 2026-37 2026
Hendry CountyCounty · LaBelle, FL- Due
- Sep 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Joel Garcia
- (863) 612-4740
The 30-second brief
Hendry County is soliciting sealed bids for the construction of a new 1.5-million-gallon (MG) prestressed concrete ground storage tank (GST) and minor improvements to an existing 1.5 MG GST at the Port LaBelle Utility System Water Treatment Plant. The scope of work includes mobilization, maintenance of traffic (MOT), site surveying, clearing and grubbing, excavation, earthwork, grading, piping installation, electrical and instrumentation improvements, lightning protection, and site restoration. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Dallas B. Townsend Agricultural Center. Bids are due by September 9, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the Hendry County Courthouse Complex. The project requires a 5% bid security and must be substantially completed within 335 calendar days, with final completion in 365 days.
Bid Form, Contractor's Affidavit, Contractor's Qualification Questionnaire, Completed Projects, Current Projects, No Lobbying Acknowledgement, Anti-Collusion & No Gifts Affidavit, Public Entity Crime Affidavit, Conflict of Interest Disclosure Affidavit, Immigration Law Affidavit, Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit, Exceptions to Solicitation, Affidavit Concerning Activities in Certain Countries, Indemnification Contract Clause Acknowledgement, Bid Bond
Lowest responsive responsible and qualified bidder
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Summary
Hendry County is soliciting sealed bids for the construction of a new 1.5-million-gallon (MG) prestressed concrete ground storage tank (GST) and minor improvements to an existing 1.5 MG GST at the Port LaBelle Utility System Water Treatment Plant.
The scope of work includes mobilization, maintenance of traffic (MOT), site surveying, clearing and grubbing, excavation, earthwork, grading, piping installation, electrical and instrumentation improvements, lightning protection, and site restoration. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Dallas B. Townsend Agricultural Center. Bids are due by September 9, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the Hendry County Courthouse Complex. The project requires a 5% bid security and must be substantially completed within 335 calendar days, with final completion in 365 days.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive responsible and qualified bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- Bid Form
- Contractor's Affidavit
- Contractor's Qualification Questionnaire
- Completed Projects
- Current Projects
- No Lobbying Acknowledgement
- Anti-Collusion & No Gifts Affidavit
- Public Entity Crime Affidavit
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure Affidavit
- Immigration Law Affidavit
- Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit
- Exceptions to Solicitation
- Affidavit Concerning Activities in Certain Countries
- Indemnification Contract Clause Acknowledgement
- Bid Bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- Attachment 1
- Attachment 2
- Attachment 3
- Attachment 4
- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Attachment D
- Attachment E
- Attachment F
- Attachment G
- Attachment H
- Attachment I
- Exhibit A
- Exhibit B
- Exhibit C
- Submit to
- LaBelle, FL
- Scope location
- LaBelle, FL
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Hendry County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 9, 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: LaBelle, FL. For questions, contact Joel Garcia.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Hendry 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 ITB 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 Joel Garcia at (863) 612-4740. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Form, Contractor's Affidavit, Contractor's Qualification Questionnaire, Completed Projects, Current Projects, No Lobbying Acknowledgement, Anti-Collusion & No Gifts Affidavit, Public Entity Crime Affidavit, Conflict of Interest Disclosure Affidavit, Immigration Law Affidavit, Drug-Free Workplace. 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 and qualified bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hendry County?
All active and historical solicitations from Hendry County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Hendry County 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Attachment 1, Attachment 2, Attachment 3, Attachment 4, Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C, Attachment D, Attachment E, Attachment F, Attachment G, Attachment H, Attachment I, Exhibit A, Exhibit. Review the full document from Hendry 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: LaBelle, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.