Kent County Levy Court Post Frame Building Construction ITB 2026
Kent CountyCounty · Dover, DE- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Michael S. Rigby
- (302) 744-2492
The 30-second brief
Kent County Levy Court, Division of Parks and Recreation is soliciting bids for the design, permitting, and construction of a 40' x 64' post frame building with a 12-foot ceiling height (2,560 sq ft) to be used for recreation equipment storage. The project is located at the Kent County Recreation Center in Dover, DE. Scope includes earthwork, architectural and structural design with engineer's seal, site work, electrical installation (100 AMP service), and construction build-out. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for September 9, 2026, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. EST. Bidders must provide a color rendition of all four sides, insurance proof, and a Delaware business license. Sealed bids are due by September 18, 2026, at 12 p.m. EST.
Architectural and Structural Design, Construction Plans, Permits, Site Restoration, 40x64 Post Frame Building
County may reject any/all bids or parts thereof and will consider quality, type, competency, and responsibility of vendors.
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Summary
Kent County Levy Court, Division of Parks and Recreation is soliciting bids for the design, permitting, and construction of a 40' x 64' post frame building with a 12-foot ceiling height (2,560 sq ft) to be used for recreation equipment storage.
The project is located at the Kent County Recreation Center in Dover, DE. Scope includes earthwork, architectural and structural design with engineer's seal, site work, electrical installation (100 AMP service), and construction build-out. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for September 9, 2026, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. EST. Bidders must provide a color rendition of all four sides, insurance proof, and a Delaware business license. Sealed bids are due by September 18, 2026, at 12 p.m. EST.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
County may reject any/all bids or parts thereof and will consider quality, type, competency, and responsibility of vendors.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Architectural and Structural Design
- Construction Plans
- Permits
- Site Restoration
- 40x64 Post Frame Building
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid Form
- Delaware Business License
- Proof of Insurance
- Color Rendition
- Metal Roofing Swatches
- Metal Siding Swatches
- Lighting Submittals
- Submit to
- 1683 New Burton Road, Dover, DE 19904
- Scope location
- Dover, DE
- Projected sq ft
- 2,560 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Kent County Levy Court
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Kent County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 18, 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: 1683 New Burton Road, Dover, DE 19904. For questions, contact Michael S. Rigby.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Kent County in DE, 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 Michael S. Rigby at (302) 744-2492. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Architectural and Structural Design, Construction Plans, Permits, Site Restoration, 40x64 Post Frame Building. 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: "County may reject any/all bids or parts thereof and will consider quality, type, competency, and responsibility of vendors." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kent County?
All active and historical solicitations from Kent County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Kent County 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 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: Bid Form, Delaware Business License, Proof of Insurance, Color Rendition, Metal Roofing Swatches, Metal Siding Swatches, Lighting Submittals. Review the full document from Kent 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: Dover, DE. The total projected area is 2560 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.