Levy County - University Oaks Phase IV Water Main Improvements - ITB_2025_024 (2026)
Levy CountyCounty · Levy County, FL- Due
- Feb 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 28, 2026
- Duration
- 6 months
- Primary contact
- Lisa Makar
- (352) 486-5218 ext 116
The 30-second brief
Levy County is seeking construction services from a Certified General Contractor to replace approximately 1,700 linear feet (Base Bid) and 1,500 linear feet (Bid Option 1) of water main with new 6-inch diameter PVC pipe, including various fittings, connections to the existing water system, new service taps, water meter pits, and reconnections to existing service lines. The work is located within the University Oaks Water Utility north of NE 109th Street, Archer, Florida. The contract time is 180 days from the effective date. Submittals are due by February 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM via the OpenGov Procurement Portal. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for February 5, 2026. Required documents include a 5% bid guarantee, payment and performance bonds, certificates of insurance, and sworn statements.
6" PVC Water Main Pipe, 6" PVC Water Main Tee, Connect to Existing 6" Water Mains, 6" Water Main DI MJ Gate Valve and Box, Water Main Line Stop Valve, 6" Water Main Cut-in Valve and Box, 6" Water Main Tapping Sleeve, Valve and Box, Fire Hydrant Assembly, 6" BLIND FLANGE, Temporary Water Main Piping, Maintenance of Traffic, Erosion Control, Loaming and Seeding, Clearing and Grubbing, Dirt or Aggregate Driveway or Pavement Repair, Concrete Driveway or Pavement Repair, Short Water Service Assembly, Long Water Service Assembly, Existing Replacement Short Water Service Assembly
Lowest responsive, responsible bidder
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Summary
Levy County is seeking construction services from a Certified General Contractor to replace approximately 1,700 linear feet (Base Bid) and 1,500 linear feet (Bid Option 1) of water main with new 6-inch diameter PVC pipe, including various fittings, connections to the existing water system, new service taps, water meter pits, and reconnections to existing service lines.
The work is located within the University Oaks Water Utility north of NE 109th Street, Archer, Florida. The contract time is 180 days from the effective date. Submittals are due by February 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM via the OpenGov Procurement Portal. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for February 5, 2026. Required documents include a 5% bid guarantee, payment and performance bonds, certificates of insurance, and sworn statements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive, responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
20- 6" PVC Water Main Pipe
- 6" PVC Water Main Tee
- Connect to Existing 6" Water Mains
- 6" Water Main DI MJ Gate Valve and Box
- Water Main Line Stop Valve
- 6" Water Main Cut-in Valve and Box
- 6" Water Main Tapping Sleeve
- Valve and Box
- Fire Hydrant Assembly
- 6" BLIND FLANGE
- Temporary Water Main Piping
- Maintenance of Traffic
- Erosion Control
- Loaming and Seeding
- Clearing and Grubbing
- Dirt or Aggregate Driveway or Pavement Repair
- Concrete Driveway or Pavement Repair
- Short Water Service Assembly
- Long Water Service Assembly
- Existing Replacement Short Water Service Assembly
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Bid Bond
- Sworn Statement on Public Entity Crime
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Drug-Free Workplace Form
- Anti-Human Trafficking Affidavit
- Foreign Country of Concern Affidavit
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement
- Certificates of Insurance
- SunBiz Registration
- Licenses or Certifications
- List of Subcontractors
- W-9 Copy
- Contract Exception Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/levycounty/projects/230457
- Scope location
- Archer, FL
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Levy County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 23, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/levycounty/projects/230457. For questions, contact Lisa Makar.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Levy 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 IFB 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 Lisa Makar at (352) 486-5218 ext 116. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 6" PVC Water Main Pipe, 6" PVC Water Main Tee, Connect to Existing 6" Water Mains, 6" Water Main DI MJ Gate Valve and Box, Water Main Line Stop Valve, 6" Water Main Cut-in Valve and Box, 6" Water Main Tapping Sleeve, Valve and Box, Fire Hydrant Assembly, 6" BLIND FLANGE, Temporary Water Main Piping,. 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 bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Levy County?
All active and historical solicitations from Levy County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Levy 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 6 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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 Bond, Sworn Statement on Public Entity Crime, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Drug-Free Workplace Form, Anti-Human Trafficking Affidavit, Foreign Country of Concern Affidavit, Conflict of Interest Disclo. Review the full document from Levy 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: Archer, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.